CVE-2014-3676 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a crafted IPv6 address in Shim, affecting Linux systems using DHCPv6.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2014-3676?
CVE-2014-3676 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Oct 2014. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Shim allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted IPv6 address, related to the "tftp:// DHCPv6 boot option."
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-3676?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Redhat Shim.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3676?
Apply the vendor's patch.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2014-3676 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-3676 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-pg7r-qqvh-q4vw, UBUNTU-CVE-2014-3676.