CVE-2014-3677 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Attackers can execute arbitrary code via a crafted MOK list in Shim, requiring local access or physical proximity to the system.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Local or same network only
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
Available

What is CVE-2014-3677?

CVE-2014-3677 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Oct 2014. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Unspecified vulnerability in Shim might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted MOK list, which triggers memory corruption.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-3677?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Redhat Shim.

How do I fix CVE-2014-3677?

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-2014-3677 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-3677 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-mcwp-922h-789p, UBUNTU-CVE-2014-3677.

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