Linux Kernel Memory Leak Vulnerability in AF_VSOCK Protocol
CVE-2018-14625

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

[unknown]

Status
Kernel
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 September 2018

What is CVE-2018-14625?

A flaw exists in the Linux Kernel that exploited a race condition between the connect() and close() functions of the AF_VSOCK protocol, allowing potential attackers within a VM guest environment to read kernel memory uncontrolled. This could lead to a leak of sensitive information or allow for the interception and possible corruption of AF_VSOCK messages intended for other clients, thus posing significant risks to system integrity and data security.

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Affected Version(s)

kernel

References

https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2018-14625
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https://usn.ubuntu.com/3872-1/
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https://usn.ubuntu.com/3878-1/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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