CVE-2014-9428
EPSS 5.4%
Description
The batadv_frag_merge_packets function in net/batman-adv/fragmentation.c in the B.A.T.M.A.N. implementation in the Linux kernel through 3.18.1 uses an incorrect length field during a calculation of an amount of memory, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (mesh-node system crash) via fragmented packets.
How to fix CVE-2014-9428
To remediate CVE-2014-9428, upgrade the affected package to a fixed version below.
- Debian/linux—upgrade to 3.16.7-ckt4-1 or later
Is CVE-2014-9428 being exploited?
Moderate — EPSS is 5.4%. Track this CVE but it's not at the top of the prioritisation list.
Affected packages (1)
- from 0, < 3.16.7-ckt4-1