CVE Catalog

CVE-2014-4608

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Multiple integer overflows in the lzo1x_decompress_safe function in the LZO decompressor in the Linux kernel before version 3.15.2 may allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted Literal Run.

Risk Assessment

Attackers may exploit this vulnerability to disrupt system operation, potentially leading to service availability loss.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to version 3.15.2 or later to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Multiple integer overflows in the lzo1x_decompress_safe function in lib/lzo/lzo1x_decompress_safe.c in the LZO decompressor in the Linux kernel before 3.15.2 allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted Literal Run. NOTE: the author of the LZO algorithms says "the Linux kernel is *not* affected; media hype.

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