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CVE-2014-9644

UnknownEPSS 0.55%

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CVE-2014-9644 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Crypto API in the Linux kernel before 3.18.5 allows local users to load arbitrary kernel modules via a bind system call for an AF_ALG socket with a parenthesized module template expression in the salg_name field, as demonstrated by the vfat(aes) expression, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-7421.. EPSS estimates a 0.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Crypto API in the Linux kernel before 3.18.5 allows local users to load arbitrary kernel modules via a bind system call for an AF_ALG socket with a parenthesized module template expression in the salg_name field, as demonstrated by the vfat(aes) expression, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-7421.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.55%

41.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel< 3.18.5
DebianDebian Linux7.0
DebianDebian Linux8.0
CanonicalUbuntu Linux12.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux14.04
CanonicalUbuntu Linux14.10
OracleLinux5
OracleLinux6
OracleLinux7

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-9644?
The Crypto API in the Linux kernel before 3.18.5 allows local users to load arbitrary kernel modules via a bind system call for an AF_ALG socket with a parenthesized module template expression in the salg_name field, as demonstrated by the vfat(aes) expression, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-7421.
How severe is CVE-2014-9644?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-9644 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9644?
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