ACTIVELY EXPLOITED

CVE-2014-3153: Linux Kernel Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Facts
VendorLinux
ProductKernel
Actively exploitedYes
Added to CISA KEV25 May 2022
CISA federal deadline15 Jun 2022
Weakness (CWE)CWE-269

Required action (CISA's text)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Description (NVD)

The futex_requeue function in kernel/futex.c in Linux kernel does not ensure that calls have two different futex addresses, which allows local users to gain privileges.

SOURCES

Other Linux flaws

Data from NVD, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS and vendor advisories. Updated 10 Nov 2026.