CVE-2008-3687: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 14, 2008
·
Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in the flasksecuritylabel function in Xen 3.3, when compiled with the XSM:FLASK module, allows unprivileged domain users (domU) to execute arbitrary code via the flaskop hypercall.

Affected Software

2 affected components
XEN Xen Flask Module
XEN Xen=3.3

Event History

Aug 14, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-3687?

CVE-2008-3687 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for allowing unprivileged domain users to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-3687?

To fix CVE-2008-3687, ensure that you apply patches or updates provided by Xen for the vulnerable XSM:FLASK module.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2008-3687?

CVE-2008-3687 affects Xen 3.3 when compiled with the XSM:FLASK module.

4

Who is vulnerable to CVE-2008-3687?

Unprivileged domain users (domU) in a Xen environment are vulnerable to CVE-2008-3687.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-3687?

CVE-2008-3687 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

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