Oracle Linux has announced updates to its firmware for both Oracle Linux 8 and 9, including enhancements and bug fixes.
1. Oracle Linux 9 (Bug Fix Advisory ELBA-2025-2990)
- An enhancement update has been released, with various firmware RPMs uploaded to the Unbreakable Linux Network for both x86_64 and aarch64 architectures. The update includes firmware packages for wireless devices and network components, such as the `iwl` series for Intel wireless cards and `libertas` firmware for other wireless devices.
- Key Updates Include:
- x86_64 Architecture:
- `iwl1000-firmware-39.31.5.1-999.39.el9.noarch.rpm`
- `iwl5000-firmware-8.83.5.1_1-999.39.el9.noarch.rpm`
- aarch64 Architecture:
- Similar updates as the x86_64 architecture.
- Source RPMs: Available at [Oracle Source RPMs for OL9](http://oss.oracle.com/ol9/SRPMS-updates/linux-firmware-20250319-999.39.git430633ec.el9.src.rpm)
2. Oracle Linux 8 (Bug Fix Advisory ELBA-2025-2599)
- A bug fix update has been released, addressing issues from previous versions. The update mirrors the Oracle Linux 9 packages in terms of firmware offerings.
- Key Updates Include:
- x86_64 Architecture:
- `iwl1000-firmware-39.31.5.1-999.39.el8.noarch.rpm`
- `iwl5000-firmware-8.83.5.1_1-999.39.el8.noarch.rpm`
- aarch64 Architecture:
- Similar updates as the x86_64 architecture.
- Source RPMs: Available at [Oracle Source RPMs for OL8](http://oss.oracle.com/ol8/SRPMS-updates/linux-firmware-20250319-999.39.git430633ec.el8.src.rpm)
Updates Overview
1. Oracle Linux 9 (Bug Fix Advisory ELBA-2025-2990)
- An enhancement update has been released, with various firmware RPMs uploaded to the Unbreakable Linux Network for both x86_64 and aarch64 architectures. The update includes firmware packages for wireless devices and network components, such as the `iwl` series for Intel wireless cards and `libertas` firmware for other wireless devices.
- Key Updates Include:
- x86_64 Architecture:
- `iwl1000-firmware-39.31.5.1-999.39.el9.noarch.rpm`
- `iwl5000-firmware-8.83.5.1_1-999.39.el9.noarch.rpm`
- aarch64 Architecture:
- Similar updates as the x86_64 architecture.
- Source RPMs: Available at [Oracle Source RPMs for OL9](http://oss.oracle.com/ol9/SRPMS-updates/linux-firmware-20250319-999.39.git430633ec.el9.src.rpm)
2. Oracle Linux 8 (Bug Fix Advisory ELBA-2025-2599)
- A bug fix update has been released, addressing issues from previous versions. The update mirrors the Oracle Linux 9 packages in terms of firmware offerings.
- Key Updates Include:
- x86_64 Architecture:
- `iwl1000-firmware-39.31.5.1-999.39.el8.noarch.rpm`
- `iwl5000-firmware-8.83.5.1_1-999.39.el8.noarch.rpm`
- aarch64 Architecture:
- Similar updates as the x86_64 architecture.
- Source RPMs: Available at [Oracle Source RPMs for OL8](http://oss.oracle.com/ol8/SRPMS-updates/linux-firmware-20250319-999.39.git430633ec.el8.src.rpm)
Summary of Changes
Both updates involve a rebase to the latest upstream firmware, ensuring users benefit from the most recent enhancements and fixes. The updates are crucial for maintaining system stability and performance, particularly for users relying on wireless networking components.Future Considerations
For users of Oracle Linux, it is recommended to regularly check for firmware updates to ensure optimal performance of hardware components. Keeping the system updated not only improves functionality but also secures the system from potential vulnerabilities associated with outdated firmwareLinux Firmware updates for Oracle Linux
Oracle Linux has received Linux Firmware updates for Oracle Linux 8 and 9:
ELBA-2025-2990 Oracle Linux 9 linux-firmware enhancement update
ELBA-2025-2599 Oracle Linux 8 linux-firmware bug fix update
