Linux Kernel ASLR Security Bypass Weakness

BID:71494

Info

Linux Kernel ASLR Security Bypass Weakness

Bugtraq ID: 71494
Class: Design Error
CVE:
Remote: No
Local: Yes
Published: Dec 04 2014 12:00AM
Updated: Dec 10 2014 12:58AM
Credit: Hector Marco
Vulnerable: Linux kernel
Not Vulnerable:

Discussion

Linux Kernel ASLR Security Bypass Weakness

The Linux kernel is prone to a security-bypass weakness.

This weakness may allow attackers to bypass Address Space Layout Randomization (ASLR) protection mechanisms of applications. This may aid in further attacks that may lead to arbitrary code execution.

Exploit / POC

Linux Kernel ASLR Security Bypass Weakness

The researcher who found the issue has created a proof-of-concept. Please see the references for information.

Solution / Fix

Linux Kernel ASLR Security Bypass Weakness

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

References

Linux Kernel ASLR Security Bypass Weakness

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