Vulnerability Description
The main function in android_main.cpp in thermald allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/thermald.pid.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Intel | Thermald | < 1.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/08/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/09/2Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/08/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/03/09/2Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-2312?
CVE-2014-2312 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The main function in android_main.cpp in thermald allows local users to write to arbitrary files via a symlink attack on /tmp/thermald.pid.
How severe is CVE-2014-2312?
CVE-2014-2312 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-2312?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Intel Thermald.