tdls

The tdls tag on WindowsForum.com covers Tunneled Direct Link Setup, a Wi-Fi feature that enables direct device-to-device communication within a wireless network. Recent discussions focus on a specific Linux kernel vulnerability, CVE-2026-68197, which affects the Marvell mwifiex driver. This flaw can cause a system crash when a device attempts to establish a TDLS peer link with an access point that advertises HT capabilities but lacks the HT Operation element. The issue is a denial-of-service condition resulting from a null pointer dereference. Coverage includes the upstream fix, patch details, and the impact on Linux systems, providing technical insight for users and administrators managing affected Wi-Fi hardware.