CVE-2014-9922
UnknownEPSS 1.26%
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CVE-2014-9922 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The eCryptfs subsystem in the Linux kernel before 3.18 allows local users to gain privileges via a large filesystem stack that includes an overlayfs layer, related to fs/ecryptfs/main.c and fs/overlayfs/super.c.. EPSS estimates a 1.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The eCryptfs subsystem in the Linux kernel before 3.18 allows local users to gain privileges via a large filesystem stack that includes an overlayfs layer, related to fs/ecryptfs/main.c and fs/overlayfs/super.c.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | <= 3.17.8 |
| Android | <= 7.1.1 |
References
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=69c433ed2ecd2d3264efd7afec4439524b319121Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97354Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/69c433ed2ecd2d3264efd7afec4439524b319121Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/torvalds/linux.git/commit/?id=69c433ed2ecd2d3264efd7afec4439524b319121Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://source.android.com/security/bulletin/2017-04-01.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97354Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://github.com/torvalds/linux/commit/69c433ed2ecd2d3264efd7afec4439524b319121Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-9922?
The eCryptfs subsystem in the Linux kernel before 3.18 allows local users to gain privileges via a large filesystem stack that includes an overlayfs layer, related to fs/ecryptfs/main.c and fs/overlayfs/super.c.
How severe is CVE-2014-9922?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-9922 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9922?
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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