CVE-2014-3153β€”Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

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2022-05-25 Β· last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2014-3153
Project:
Linux
Product:
Kernel
Date Added:
2022-05-25
Due Date:
2022-06-15
Last 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?

Ransomware Status:
Unknown

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

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

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