Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in udisks Affects Multiple Vendors

CVE-2014-0004

What is CVE-2014-0004?

A stack-based buffer overflow flaw has been identified in udisks versions prior to 1.0.5 and 2.x before 2.1.3. This vulnerability can be exploited by local users to create overly long mount point strings, potentially leading to a denial of service (crash) and even the possibility of arbitrary code execution. It is crucial for users of affected versions to apply the necessary security updates to mitigate this risk and protect their systems.

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