ACTIVELY EXPLOITED

CVE-2018-14634: Linux Kernel Integer Overflow Vulnerability

Facts
VendorLinux
ProductKernel
Actively exploitedYes
Added to CISA KEV26 Jan 2026
CISA federal deadline16 Feb 2026
Weakness (CWE)CWE-190

Required action (CISA's text)

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

Description (NVD)

Linux Kernel contains an integer overflow vulnerability in the create_elf_tables() function which could allow an unprivileged local user with access to SUID (or otherwise privileged) binary to escalate their privileges on the system.

SOURCES

Other Linux flaws

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