CVE-2014-3153
HighExploitedPublic exploitThe futex_requeue function in kernel/futex.c in the Linux kernel through 3.14.5 does not ensure that calls have two different futex addresses, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted FUTEX_REQUEUE command that facilitates unsafe waiter modification.
Published Jun 7, 2014 · Updated Aug 11, 2026 · Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2014-3153, UBUNTU-CVE-2014-3153
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2014-3153 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.8 v3.1) affecting Ubuntu Linux (Canonical), Linux Kernel, Opensuse and 22 more products.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jul 21, 2015 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including btrfs-kmp-default 0_2.6.32.54_0.3-0.3.73, btrfs-kmp-pae 0_2.6.32.59_0.13-0.3.163, btrfs-kmp-xen 0_2.6.32.54_0.3-0.3.73.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
7.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
37%
Higher than 98.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings, used by ransomware
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The futex_requeue function in kernel/futex.c in the Linux kernel through 3.14.5 does not ensure that calls have two different futex addresses, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted FUTEX_REQUEUE command that facilitates unsafe waiter modification.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | May 25, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jul 21, 2015 | Jun 15, 2022 | Known |
| CIRCL KEV | May 25, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | May 25, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Products
363 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu LinuxCanonical | 12.04, 14.04 | n/a |
| Linux KernelLinux | See advisory | 3.2.60 |
| OpensuseOpensuse | 11.4 | n/a |
| LinuxOracle | 5, 6 | 3.14.5-1 |
| Enterprise Linux Server AusRedhat | 6.2 | n/a |
Patched Releases
btrfs-kmp-default
0_2.6.32.54_0.3-0.3.73
btrfs-kmp-pae
0_2.6.32.59_0.13-0.3.163
btrfs-kmp-xen
0_2.6.32.54_0.3-0.3.73
cluster-network-kmp-bigsmp
1.4_3.0.101_0.47.55-2.28.1.21
cluster-network-kmp-default
1.4_3.0.101_0.40-2.27.98
cluster-network-kmp-pae
1.4_3.0.101_0.40-2.27.98
cluster-network-kmp-ppc64
1.4_3.0.101_0.40-2.27.98
cluster-network-kmp-rt
1.4_3.0.101_rt130_0.28-2.27.99
cluster-network-kmp-rt_trace
1.4_3.0.101_rt130_0.28-2.27.99
cluster-network-kmp-trace
1.4_3.0.101_0.40-2.27.98
cluster-network-kmp-xen
1.4_3.0.101_0.40-2.27.98
drbd-kmp-rt
8.4.4_3.0.101_rt130_0.28-0.22.65
drbd-kmp-rt_trace
8.4.4_3.0.101_rt130_0.28-0.22.65
dtrace-modules-3.8.13-35.1.1.el6uek
0.4.3-4.el6
dtrace-modules-headers
0.4.3-4.el6
dtrace-modules-provider-headers
0.4.3-4.el6
ext4dev-kmp-default
0_2.6.32.54_0.3-7.9.40
ext4dev-kmp-pae
0_2.6.32.59_0.13-7.9.130
ext4dev-kmp-trace
0_2.6.32.54_0.3-7.9.40
ext4dev-kmp-xen
0_2.6.32.54_0.3-7.9.40
gfs2-kmp-bigsmp
2_3.0.101_0.47.55-0.17.1.21
gfs2-kmp-default
2_3.0.101_0.40-0.16.104
gfs2-kmp-pae
2_3.0.101_0.40-0.16.104
gfs2-kmp-ppc64
2_3.0.101_0.40-0.16.104
gfs2-kmp-trace
2_3.0.101_0.40-0.16.104
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 7, 2014
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jul 21, 2015
Added to CISA KEV
May 25, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
May 25, 2022
Added to ENISA EUVD
May 25, 2022
Last updated
Aug 11, 2026
References
- advisoryhttp://linux.oracle.com/errata/ELSA-2014-0771.html
- advisoryhttp://linux.oracle.com/errata/ELSA-2014-3037.html
- advisoryhttp://linux.oracle.com/errata/ELSA-2014-3038.html
- advisoryhttp://linux.oracle.com/errata/ELSA-2014-3039.html
- advisorySUSE-SU-2014:0775
FAQ
Common Questions.
The futex_requeue function in kernel/futex.c in the Linux kernel through 3.14.5 does not ensure that calls have two different futex addresses, which allows local users to gain privileges via a crafted FUTEX_REQUEUE command that facilitates unsafe waiter modification.
Affected: Ubuntu Linux (Canonical) versions 12.04, 14.04; Linux Kernel; Opensuse versions 11.4, among others. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jul 21, 2015 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns.
Yes. It was added on May 25, 2022 with a federal remediation due date of Jun 15, 2022.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including btrfs-kmp-default 0_2.6.32.54_0.3-0.3.73, btrfs-kmp-pae 0_2.6.32.59_0.13-0.3.163, btrfs-kmp-xen 0_2.6.32.54_0.3-0.3.73.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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