CVE-2014-8321
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.81%
Last modified
CVE-2014-8321 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Stack-based buffer overflow in the gps_tracker function in airodump-ng.c in Aircrack-ng before 1.2 RC 1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code or gain privileges via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.81% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the gps_tracker function in airodump-ng.c in Aircrack-ng before 1.2 RC 1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code or gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aircrack-Ng | Aircrack-Ng | <= 1.1 | — |
| Aircrack-Ng | Aircrack-Ng | 1.2 | Beta1 |
References
- http://aircrack-ng.blogspot.com/2014/10/aircrack-ng-12-release-candidate-1.htmlProduct, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/128943/Aircrack-ng-1.2-Beta-3-DoS-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/98458Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/aircrack-ng/aircrack-ng/commit/ff70494dd389ba570dbdbf36f217c28d4381c6b5/Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/aircrack-ng/aircrack-ng/pull/13Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://aircrack-ng.blogspot.com/2014/10/aircrack-ng-12-release-candidate-1.htmlProduct, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/128943/Aircrack-ng-1.2-Beta-3-DoS-Code-Execution.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/98458Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/aircrack-ng/aircrack-ng/commit/ff70494dd389ba570dbdbf36f217c28d4381c6b5/Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/aircrack-ng/aircrack-ng/pull/13Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-8321?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the gps_tracker function in airodump-ng.c in Aircrack-ng before 1.2 RC 1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code or gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2014-8321?
CVE-2014-8321 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-8321?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2014-8321?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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