Linux Kernel Integer Overflow Vulnerability
Linux Kernel contains an integer overflow vulnerability in the create_elf_tables() function which could allow an unprivileged local user with access to SUID (or otherwise privileged) binary to escalate their privileges on the system. CISA required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Security context
Source reference: kev:CVE-2018-14634
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- Related CVEs
- CVE-2018-14634
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