CVE-2014-2312
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.36%
Last modified
CVE-2014-2312 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The main function in android_main.cpp in thermald allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/thermald.pid.. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The main function in android_main.cpp in thermald allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/thermald.pid.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Thermald | < 1.8 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/08/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/09/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/08/4Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/09/2Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-2312?
The main function in android_main.cpp in thermald allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/thermald.pid.
How severe is CVE-2014-2312?
CVE-2014-2312 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2312?
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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