CVE-2014-0196 | Linux Kernel up to 3.14.3 PTY Write drivers/tty/n_tty.c n_tty_write race condition (EDB-33516 / Nessus ID 74027)
A vulnerability described as critical has been identified in Linux Kernel up to 3.14.3. Affected is the function n_tty_write of the file drivers/tty/n_tty.c of the component PTY Write Handler. Executing a manipulation can lead to race condition.
The identification of this vulnerability is CVE-2014-0196. The attack can only be executed locally. Furthermore, there is an exploit available. This vulnerability has a historic impact due to its background and reception.
Applying a patch is advised to resolve this issue.