HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2014-7826

kernel/trace/trace_syscalls.c in the Linux kernel through 3.17.2 does not properly handle private syscall numbers during use of the ftrace subsystem, which allows local users to gain privileges or cau...

Vulnerability Description

kernel/trace/trace_syscalls.c in the Linux kernel through 3.17.2 does not properly handle private syscall numbers during use of the ftrace subsystem, which allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (invalid pointer dereference) via a crafted application.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
LinuxLinux Kernel>= 2.6.32, < 3.2.65
OpensuseEvergreen11.4
SuseSuse Linux Enterprise Server11

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2014-7826?

CVE-2014-7826 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). kernel/trace/trace_syscalls.c in the Linux kernel through 3.17.2 does not properly handle private syscall numbers during use of the ftrace subsystem, which allows local users to gain privileges or cau...

How severe is CVE-2014-7826?

CVE-2014-7826 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2014-7826?

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