Vulnerability Description
The NFS server (nfsserver) in FreeBSD 8.3 through 10.0 does not acquire locks in the proper order when converting a directory file handle to a vnode, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (deadlock) via vectors involving a thread that uses the correct locking order.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | 8.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/57760Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59034
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2952
- http://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-14:05.nfsserver.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66726
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030041
- http://secunia.com/advisories/57760Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59034
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-2952
- http://www.freebsd.org/security/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-14:05.nfsserver.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66726
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030041
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-1453?
CVE-2014-1453 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.0 (MEDIUM). The NFS server (nfsserver) in FreeBSD 8.3 through 10.0 does not acquire locks in the proper order when converting a directory file handle to a vnode, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a...
How severe is CVE-2014-1453?
CVE-2014-1453 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-1453?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.