PT-2024-32731 · Linux+7 · Linux Kernel+7
Published
2024-10-09
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Updated
2026-03-14
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CVE-2024-47673
CVSS v3.1
5.5
Medium
| Vector | AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H |
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Linux kernel versions prior to 6.6.58
Description
A vulnerability in the Linux kernel has been resolved, related to the wifi: iwlwifi: mvm module. The issue occurs when the firmware is stopped, and the host command is sent to the transport, triggering a WARNING. The vulnerability is caused by not pausing the TCM when the firmware is stopped. Technical details include the
iwl trans send cmd function and the iwl mvm send cmd function being involved in the issue.Recommendations
For Linux kernel versions prior to 6.6.58, update to version 6.6.58 or later to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider disabling the wifi: iwlwifi: mvm module until a patch is available. Restrict access to the vulnerable
iwl trans send cmd and iwl mvm send cmd functions to minimize the risk of exploitation. Avoid using the affected kernel versions in production environments until the update is applied.Exploit
Fix
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Weakness Enumeration
Related Identifiers
Affected Products
Alt Linux
Astra Linux
Debian
Linuxmint
Linux Kernel
Red Os
Suse
Ubuntu