Red Hat · Glusterfs · CVE-2018-14660
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
glusterfs versions 3.1.2 through 4.1.4
**Description**
A flaw in the glusterfs server allows repeated usage of the `GF META LOCK KEY` xattr, enabling a remote, authenticated attacker to create multiple locks for a single inode by using `setxattr` repetitively. This results in memory exhaustion of the glusterfs server node. The issue is related to an uncontrolled consumption of resources, which can be exploited by a remote attacker to cause a denial of service.
**Recommendations**
For versions 3.1.2 through 4.1.4, consider restricting the use of the `setxattr` function to prevent repetitive usage of the `GF META LOCK KEY` xattr until a patch is available. As a temporary workaround, limiting the number of locks that can be created for a single inode may help minimize the risk of memory exhaustion.