CVE Catalog

CVE-2014-0049

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflow in the complete_emulated_mmio function in the Linux kernel before version 3.13.6 allows guest OS users to execute arbitrary code on the host OS. It leverages a loop that triggers an invalid memory copy affecting certain cancel_work_item data.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability can lead to remote code execution, posing a serious security threat to the host system. It allows attackers to gain control over the system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to version 3.13.6 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. Additionally, monitor systems for unauthorized activities.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the complete_emulated_mmio function in arch/x86/kvm/x86.c in the Linux kernel before 3.13.6 allows guest OS users to execute arbitrary code on the host OS by leveraging a loop that triggers an invalid memory copy affecting certain cancel_work_item data.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS