Vulnerability in Linux Linux_kernel

CVE-2014-3153

The futex_requeue function in kernel/futex.c in the Linux kernel through 3.14.5 does not ensure that calls have two different futex addresses, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted FUTEX_REQUEUE command that facilitates…

EPSS: 0.372 (98.4th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

CISA KEV (Known Exploited Vulnerabilities)

This CVE is on the CISA KEV catalog, added on . CISA KEV inclusion means CISA has confirmed in-the-wild exploitation; US federal agencies are required to remediate within a published due date.

BOD 22-01 due date: .

Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Public proof-of-concept exploits

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-3153?
CVE-2014-3153 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux_kernel. CVSS score: 7.8/10. Published 2014-06-07.
How severe is CVE-2014-3153?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.8 out of 10.
Is CVE-2014-3153 known to be exploited?
Yes. CVE-2014-3153 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog (added 2022-05-25), indicating it is being actively exploited. 103 public proof-of-concept repositories are indexed.