Linux Kernel 2.6.x/3.10.x/4.14.x create_elf_tables integer overflow

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability identified as problematic has been detected in Linux Kernel 2.6.x/3.10.x/4.14.x. Affected by this issue is the function create_elf_tables. Performing a manipulation results in integer overflow. This vulnerability is known as CVE-2018-14634. Attacking locally is a requirement. Furthermore, an exploit is available. You should upgrade the affected component.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability, which was classified as problematic, was found in Linux Kernel 2.6.x/3.10.x/4.14.x (Operating System). This affects the function create_elf_tables. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a integer overflow vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-190. The product performs a calculation that can produce an integer overflow or wraparound, when the logic assumes that the resulting value will always be larger than the original value. This can introduce other weaknesses when the calculation is used for resource management or execution control. This is going to have an impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The summary by CVE is:

An integer overflow flaw was found in the Linux kernel's create_elf_tables() function. An unprivileged local user with access to SUID (or otherwise privileged) binary could use this flaw to escalate their privileges on the system. Kernel versions 2.6.x, 3.10.x and 4.14.x are believed to be vulnerable.

The bug was discovered 09/25/2018. The weakness was published 09/25/2018 with Qualys (oss-sec). It is possible to read the advisory at openwall.com. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2018-14634 since 07/27/2018. Attacking locally is a requirement. A authentication is required for exploitation. Technical details and a public exploit are known.

A public exploit has been developed by Qualys Corporation in C and been published 1 days after the advisory. The exploit is shared for download at exploit-db.com. It is declared as attacked. The vulnerability scanner Nessus provides a plugin with the ID 117787 (Scientific Linux Security Update : kernel on SL7.x x86_64 (20180925)), which helps to determine the existence of the flaw in a target environment. It is assigned to the family Scientific Linux Local Security Checks and running in the context l. The commercial vulnerability scanner Qualys is able to test this issue with plugin 157815 (Oracle Enterprise Linux Security Update for kernel (ELSA-2018-2846)). The CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog lists this issue since 01/26/2026 with a due date of 02/16/2026:

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Upgrading eliminates this vulnerability. A possible mitigation has been published immediately after the disclosure of the vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the databases at Exploit-DB (45516), Tenable (117787), EUVD (EUVD-2018-6537), SecurityFocus (BID 105407†) and CERT Bund (WID-SEC-2026-0217). Similar entries are available at VDB-109137 and VDB-123694. Be aware that VulDB is the high quality source for vulnerability data.

Affected

  • Open Source CentOS
  • Open Source Linux Kernel
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • SUSE Linux
  • Oracle Linux

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Class: Integer overflow
CWE: CWE-190 / CWE-189
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Physical: Partially
Local: Yes
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Access: Public
Status: Attacked
Author: Qualys Corporation
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Nessus ID: 117787
Nessus Name: Scientific Linux Security Update : kernel on SL7.x x86_64 (20180925)
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Recommended: Upgrade
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Sourcesinfo

Vendor: kernel.org

Advisory: RHSA-2018:2748
Organization: Qualys
Status: Confirmed
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CVE: CVE-2018-14634 (🔍)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2018-14634
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-124455
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SecurityFocus: 105407 - Linux Kernel 'create_elf_tables()' Function Local Integer Overflow Vulnerability
CERT Bund: WID-SEC-2026-0217 - Linux Kernel: Schwachstelle ermöglicht Privilegieneskalation

scip Labs: https://www.scip.ch/en/?labs.20161013
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Entryinfo

Created: 09/26/2018 07:29
Updated: 03/19/2026 17:38
Changes: 09/26/2018 07:29 (71), 10/02/2018 11:02 (7), 04/07/2020 16:36 (6), 05/19/2023 06:51 (7), 05/19/2023 07:05 (12), 12/24/2024 23:53 (14), 01/26/2026 22:31 (1), 01/27/2026 00:01 (16), 01/27/2026 08:48 (7), 01/27/2026 18:56 (1), 02/06/2026 18:43 (1), 03/19/2026 17:38 (1)
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Committer: misc
Cache ID: 216::103

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