LOW · 2.1

CVE-2014-0181

The Netlink implementation in the Linux kernel through 3.14.1 does not provide a mechanism for authorizing socket operations based on the opener of a socket, which allows local users to bypass intende...

Vulnerability Description

The Netlink implementation in the Linux kernel through 3.14.1 does not provide a mechanism for authorizing socket operations based on the opener of a socket, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions and modify network configurations by using a Netlink socket for the (1) stdout or (2) stderr of a setuid program.

CVSS Score

2.1

LOW

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
PARTIAL
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel<= 3.14.1
OpensuseEvergreen11.4
RedhatEnterprise Linux Desktop5
RedhatEnterprise Linux Server5.0
SuseLinux Enterprise Real Time Extension11
SuseLinux Enterprise Server10
SuseSuse Linux Enterprise Server11

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2014-0181?

CVE-2014-0181 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). The Netlink implementation in the Linux kernel through 3.14.1 does not provide a mechanism for authorizing socket operations based on the opener of a socket, which allows local users to bypass intende...

How severe is CVE-2014-0181?

CVE-2014-0181 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2014-0181?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Opensuse Evergreen, Redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop, Redhat Enterprise Linux Server, Suse Linux Enterprise Real Time Extension.