SB20240620127 - Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Linux kernel



SB20240620127 - Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') in Linux kernel

Published: June 20, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB20240620127
CSH Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
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 vulnerability.


1) Concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') (CVE-ID: CVE-2014-9529)

CWE-ID: CWE-362 - Concurrent Execution using Shared Resource with Improper Synchronization ('Race Condition')

CVSSv4: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear


The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary code.

The vulnerability exists due to concurrent execution using shared resource with improper synchronization ('race condition') error. A local user can execute arbitrary code.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.