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CVE-2014-1453

UnknownEPSS 2.04%

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CVE-2014-1453 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The NFS server (nfsserver) in FreeBSD 8.3 through 10.0 does not acquire locks in the proper order when converting a directory file handle to a vnode, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (deadlock) via vectors involving a thread that uses the correct locking order.. EPSS estimates a 2.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The NFS server (nfsserver) in FreeBSD 8.3 through 10.0 does not acquire locks in the proper order when converting a directory file handle to a vnode, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (deadlock) via vectors involving a thread that uses the correct locking order.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.04%

78.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
FreebsdFreebsd8.3
FreebsdFreebsd8.4
FreebsdFreebsd9.0
FreebsdFreebsd9.1
FreebsdFreebsd9.2
FreebsdFreebsd10.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-1453?
The NFS server (nfsserver) in FreeBSD 8.3 through 10.0 does not acquire locks in the proper order when converting a directory file handle to a vnode, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (deadlock) via vectors involving a thread that uses the correct locking order.
How severe is CVE-2014-1453?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-1453 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1453?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST