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The b43 driver is a Linux kernel module for Broadcom BCM43xx wireless chipsets, commonly found in older laptops and embedded devices. Discussions on WindowsForum cover security vulnerabilities like CVE-2026-46122, which addresses an out-of-bounds read in the driver by rejecting frames with invalid firmware-controlled key indices. This highlights ongoing security debt in driver paths where firmware is trusted. For users running Linux on dual-boot systems, spare laptops, or routers, staying informed about such patches is important for maintaining system integrity. The tag focuses on the b43 driver's role in Linux networking and its security implications.
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    CVE-2026-46122: Fixes Broadcom b43 Wi‑Fi Out-of-Bounds Read in Linux Kernel

    CVE-2026-46122, published by NVD on May 28, 2026 after a kernel.org assignment, fixes an out-of-bounds read in the Linux kernel’s Broadcom b43 Wi-Fi driver by rejecting received frames that report an invalid firmware-controlled key index. The bug is narrow, hardware-specific, and still awaiting...
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