CVE-2014-3153 - Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Project:Linux

Product:Kernel

Date Added:2022-05-25Due Date:2022-06-15Last Updated:June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Description

The futex_requeue function in kernel/futex.c in Linux kernel does not ensure that calls have two different futex addresses, which allows local users to gain privileges.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-3153

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