CVE-2014-0181: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2014-0181: The Netlink implementation in the Linux kernel through 3.14.1 does not provide a mechanism for authorizing...

The Netlink implementation in the Linux kernel through 3.14.1 does not provide a mechanism for authorizing socket operations based on the opener of a socket, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions and modify network configurations by using a Netlink socket for the (1) stdout or (2) stderr of a setuid program.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedFeb 13, 2025, 16:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a local Linux kernel access-control flaw. A user already on a vulnerable system could abuse how Netlink sockets are inherited by setuid programs to bypass intended restrictions and alter network configuration. It is not described as remotely exploitable in the provided sources. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux systems or vendor kernels that did not receive the relevant upstream or distribution security updates. Systems with local users, shell access, or setuid programs have the most relevant risk surface. Treat this as a legacy Linux hygiene and local privilege boundary issue. It is not a top emergency based on the provided evidence, but vulnerable multi-user or internet-facing administration hosts should be patched promptly. Mitigation focus: Identify Linux systems running kernels through 3.14.1 or unverified vendor backports.; Apply kernel updates from the relevant Linux distribution vendor.; Check SUSE, Red Hat, or upstream advisories for exact fixed package levels..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 14:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 27, 2014, 00:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v3.x/ChangeLog-3.10.45CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://www.kernel.org/pub/linux/kernel/v3.x/ChangeLog-3.14.9CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://git.kernel.org/cgit/linux/kernel/git/davem/net.git/commit/?id=90f62cf30a78721641e08737bda787552428061eCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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