CVE Catalog

CVE-2014-5206

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The do_remount function in the Linux kernel up to version 3.16.1 does not maintain the MNT_LOCK_READONLY bit across a remount of a bind mount, allowing local users to bypass an intended read-only restriction.

Risk Assessment

This could lead to security breaches, enabling local users to circumvent sandbox protection mechanisms.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the Linux kernel to a version that fixes this vulnerability to prevent potential abuse.

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Original NVD description (English source)

The do_remount function in fs/namespace.c in the Linux kernel through 3.16.1 does not maintain the MNT_LOCK_READONLY bit across a remount of a bind mount, which allows local users to bypass an intended read-only restriction and defeat certain sandbox protection mechanisms via a "mount -o remount" command within a user namespace.

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