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CVE-2024-36970: wifi: iwlwifi: Use request_module_nowait

In the Linux kernel, the following vulnerability has been resolved: wifi: iwlwifi: Use request_module_nowait This appears to work around a deadlock regression that came in with the LED merge in 6.9. The deadlock happens on my system with 24 iwlwifi radios, so maybe it something like all worker threads are busy and some work that needs to complete cannot complete. [also remove unnecessary "load_module" var and now-wrong comment]

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Plain-English summary

This is a Linux kernel Wi-Fi driver reliability issue. The iwlwifi driver could deadlock after a 6.9 LED-related change, potentially leaving affected systems stuck or unable to complete wireless-driver work. The public record does not provide CVSS, CWE, or evidence of exploitation.

Executive priority

Treat as a targeted availability risk, not a confirmed breach indicator. Prioritize patching fleets that depend on Intel Wi-Fi or unusual multi-radio configurations, while tracking vendor kernel guidance for exact exposure.

Technical view

The fix changes iwlwifi module loading behavior to use request_module_nowait, described as a workaround for a deadlock regression introduced with the Linux 6.9 LED merge. The report notes reproduction on a system with 24 iwlwifi radios, suggesting worker-thread exhaustion or blocked work completion.

Likely exposure

Exposure appears limited to Linux systems running affected kernel builds with Intel iwlwifi wireless hardware. The source bundle flags Linux 6.9, 6.9.2, and 6.10 range data, but distribution-specific backports or fixes must be checked with the OS vendor.

Exploitation context

No source in the bundle reports active exploitation, public exploit availability, or KEV listing. The described impact is a deadlock regression, most relevant to availability and operational reliability rather than data theft or remote code execution.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse and kernel-focused. The record describes a resolved regression and two stable commits, but provides no CVSS, CWE, exploit narrative, or detailed affected-version matrix. Validate against upstream commits and downstream vendor patch status.

Mitigation direction

  • Update to a kernel containing the referenced stable iwlwifi fixes.
  • Check distribution security advisories for backported CVE-2024-36970 fixes.
  • Prioritize systems using Intel iwlwifi hardware, especially multi-radio hosts.
  • Avoid remaining on affected 6.9-era kernels where wireless reliability matters.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Linux kernel versions across endpoints and appliances.
  • Identify hosts loading the iwlwifi driver or using Intel Wi-Fi hardware.
  • Confirm whether vendor kernels include the referenced stable commits.
  • Review wireless service stability logs for hangs or driver deadlock symptoms.
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Confidence
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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
LinuxLinuxf5c31bcf604db54470868f3118a60dc4a9ba8813, f5c31bcf604db54470868f3118a60dc4a9ba8813unaffected
LinuxLinux6.9, 0, 6.9.2, 6.10affected
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