What it is
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.
What to do
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Vendor notices and references
- www.kernel.org/
- www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2018-14634
- access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2018:3540
- nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-14634
Description and required action as published by CISA. Full record at NVD.
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