CVE-2014-7841

CVE-2014-7841 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-399.

Key facts

Description

The sctp_process_param function in net/sctp/sm_make_chunk.c in the SCTP implementation in the Linux kernel before 3.17.4, when ASCONF is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) via a malformed INIT chunk.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-7841?
The sctp_process_param function in net/sctp/sm_make_chunk.c in the SCTP implementation in the Linux kernel before 3.17.4, when ASCONF is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and system crash) via a malformed INIT chunk.
How severe is CVE-2014-7841?
CVE-2014-7841 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2014-7841 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-7841?
CVE-2014-7841 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 204 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-7841?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-7841 published?
CVE-2014-7841 was published on 2014-11-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (204)

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