Linux Kernel 'bpf_jit_compile()' Function Denial of Service Vulnerability

BID:66931

Info

Linux Kernel 'bpf_jit_compile()' Function Denial of Service Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 66931
Class: Boundary Condition Error
CVE: CVE-2014-2889
Remote: Yes
Local: No
Published: Dec 19 2011 12:00AM
Updated: Apr 22 2014 12:41AM
Credit: The vendor reported this issue.
Vulnerable: Linux kernel
Not Vulnerable:

Discussion

Linux Kernel 'bpf_jit_compile()' Function Denial of Service Vulnerability

The Linux kernel is prone to a denial-of-service vulnerability due to an off-by-one error.

Attackers can exploit this issue to cause the kernel to crash, resulting in a denial-of-service condition. Due to the nature of this issue a privilege-escalation may be possible, however this has not been confirmed.

Exploit / POC

Linux Kernel 'bpf_jit_compile()' Function Denial of Service Vulnerability

Currently, we are not aware of any working exploits. If you feel we are in error or if you are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].

Solution / Fix

Linux Kernel 'bpf_jit_compile()' Function Denial of Service Vulnerability

Solution:
Updates are available. Please see the references or vendor advisory for more information.

References

Linux Kernel 'bpf_jit_compile()' Function Denial of Service Vulnerability

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