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CVE-2014-3684

6.8 · MEDIUM

The tm_adopt function in lib/Libifl/tm.c in Terascale Open-Source Resource and Queue Manager (aka TORQUE Resource Manager) 5.0.x, 4.5.x, 4.2.x, and earlier does not validate that the owner of the p…

Published Oct 30, 2014adaptivecomputingCWE-264EPSS 2.84%

Overview

CVE-2014-3684 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting adaptivecomputing torque_resource_manager. It was published on October 30, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The tm_adopt function in lib/Libifl/tm.c in Terascale Open-Source Resource and Queue Manager (aka TORQUE Resource Manager) 5.0.x, 4.5.x, 4.2.x, and earlier does not validate that the owner of the process also owns the adopted session id, which allows remote authenticated users to kill arbitrary processes via a crafted executable.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from adaptivecomputing. Update torque_resource_manager to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-3684?

CVE-2014-3684 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting adaptivecomputing torque_resource_manager. It was published on October 30, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2014-3684?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2014-3684?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from adaptivecomputing. Update torque_resource_manager to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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