CVE-2014-9585: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2014-9585: The vdso_addr function in arch/x86/vdso/vma.c in the Linux kernel through 3.18.2 does not properly choose m...

The vdso_addr function in arch/x86/vdso/vma.c in the Linux kernel through 3.18.2 does not properly choose memory locations for the vDSO area, which makes it easier for local users to bypass the ASLR protection mechanism by guessing a location at the end of a PMD.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 13:47 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is a Linux kernel ASLR weakness in older x86 kernels. A local user could more easily predict where the vDSO memory area sits, weakening a defense that makes memory attacks harder. It is not described as a remote entry point. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux systems running kernels through 3.18.2, or older vendor kernels before referenced distro fixes. Risk is higher on shared hosts, multi-user servers, and systems running untrusted local workloads. Treat as a moderate legacy Linux hardening issue. It is not presented as remotely exploitable, but it can reduce exploit resistance after local access is obtained. Mitigation focus: Apply kernel updates from the relevant Linux distribution advisory.; Prioritize shared, multi-user, and untrusted-workload Linux systems.; Check vendor guidance for custom or backported kernel builds..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 05:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 9, 2015, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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