CVE-2025-38157 wifi: ath9k_htc: Abort software beacon handling if disabled

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Multiple CVEs Addressed in ath12k and ath11k Wi-Fi Drivers On February 18, 2026, Microsoft published information on several CVEs affecting the ath12k and ath11k Wi-Fi drivers. These vulnerabilities include memory leaks, invalid data access, and improper handling of errors, impacting devices using these drivers. The vulnerabilities were identified and addressed through patches released in 2025. 34 sources 36