CVE-2014-2533
First published: Tue Mar 18 2014(Updated: )
/sbin/ifwatchd in BlackBerry QNX Neutrino RTOS 6.4.x and 6.5.x allows local users to gain privileges by providing an arbitrary program name as a command-line argument.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| QNX Neutrino RTOS | =6.4.1 | |
| QNX Neutrino RTOS | =6.5.0 | |
| QNX Neutrino RTOS | =6.5.0-sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-2533?
CVE-2014-2533 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2533?
To fix CVE-2014-2533, update to a patched version of BlackBerry QNX Neutrino RTOS that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-2533?
CVE-2014-2533 affects local users of BlackBerry QNX Neutrino RTOS versions 6.4.x and 6.5.x.
What kind of attack does CVE-2014-2533 allow?
CVE-2014-2533 allows local users to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Is CVE-2014-2533 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2014-2533 is classified as a local vulnerability, as it requires local access to exploit.
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