Is CVE-2014-0196 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2014-0196 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2014-0196 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2014-0196 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2014-0196?

CVE-2014-0196 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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CVE-2014-0196

Published: May 12, 2023

EPSS:61.76%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:98.3th

Official Description

Linux Kernel contains a race condition vulnerability within the n_tty_write function that allows local users to cause a denial-of-service (DoS) or gain privileges via read and write operations with long strings.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Linux Kernel Race Condition Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2023-05-12Federal patch deadline: 2023-06-02

Required Action (CISA)

The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.

Risk Analysis

The Linux Kernel contains a race condition vulnerability in the n_tty_write function that can allow local users to cause a denial-of-service or gain privileges. Its inclusion in the KEV catalog and a high EPSS score of 0.61763 indicate a confirmed and significant risk of exploitation.

This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild. Exploitation requires local access to the affected Linux system.

Recommended Action

Apply the latest security patches and kernel updates for Linux to address this race condition. Implement strong access controls and principle of least privilege to limit the impact of local privilege escalation attempts.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2014-0196 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2014-0196 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.