First published: Tue Mar 11 2014(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Linux Kernel | <=3.13.6 | |
openSUSE | =11.4 | |
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server | =11 | |
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server | =11-sp2 | |
debian/linux | 5.10.223-1 5.10.226-1 6.1.123-1 6.1.119-1 6.12.11-1 6.12.12-1 |
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CVE-2014-2309 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing a denial of service.
To mitigate CVE-2014-2309, upgrade to a Linux kernel version higher than 3.13.6 or apply the relevant patches as indicated by your distribution.
CVE-2014-2309 affects the Linux kernel versions up to 3.13.6 and certain openSUSE and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server versions.
CVE-2014-2309 can be exploited through a flood of ICMPv6 Router Advertisement packets to exhaust system memory.
While there have been reports of exploitation attempts, it is crucial to monitor your systems and apply updates to prevent potential attacks.