The add_probe function in modutils/modprobe.c in BusyBox before 1.23.0 allows local users to bypass intended restrictions on loading kernel modules via a / (slash) character in a module name, as demonstrated by an "ifconfig /usbserial up" command or a "mount -t /snd_pcm none /" command.
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Published : 2017-03-12 06:59
Updated : 2025-04-20 01:37
NVD link : CVE-2014-9645
Mitre link : CVE-2014-9645
CVE.ORG link : CVE-2014-9645
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Products Affected
busybox
- busybox
CWE
CWE-20
Improper Input Validation