SB2014041509 - Use-after-free in Linux kernel

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SB2014041509 - Use-after-free in Linux kernel

Published: April 15, 2014 Updated: August 10, 2020

Security Bulletin ID SB2014041509
Severity
High
Patch available
NO
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Use-after-free (CVE-ID: CVE-2014-2851)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to a use-after-free error when processing a crafted application that leverages an improperly managed reference counter. A local users can cause a denial of service (use-after-free and system crash) or possibly gain privileges.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to compromise vulnerable system.


Remediation

Cybersecurity Help is not aware of any official remediation provided by the vendor.

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