Linux Kernel CVE-2014-0691 Local Memory Corruption Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID:	67543
Class:	Boundary Condition Error
CVE:	CVE-2014-0691
Remote:	No
Local:	Yes
Published:	Feb 14 2014 12:00AM
Updated:	Feb 14 2014 12:00AM
Credit:	Al Viro
Vulnerable:
Not Vulnerable:

RETIRED: Linux Kernel CVE-2014-0691 Local Memory Corruption Vulnerability

The Linux kernel is prone to a local memory-corruption vulnerability.

Successfully exploiting this issue will allow an attacker to cause a memory leak to obtain sensitive information. Failed exploit attempts will likely crash the kernel, denying service to legitimate users.

Note: This BID is being retired as a duplicate of the issue discussed in BID 65588 (Linux Kernel '/fs/cifs/file.c' Local Memory Corruption Vulnerability).

Linux Kernel CVE-2014-0691 Local Memory Corruption 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].

RETIRED: Linux Kernel CVE-2014-0691 Local Memory Corruption Vulnerability

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

RETIRED: Linux Kernel CVE-2014-0691 Local Memory Corruption Vulnerability

References:

• Linux kernel Homepage (kernel.org)