CVE-2009-3572
First published: Tue Oct 06 2009(Updated: )
OpenBSD 4.4, 4.5, and 4.6, when running on an i386 kernel, does not properly handle XMM exceptions, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenBSD | =4.4 | |
| OpenBSD | =4.5 | |
| OpenBSD | =4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3572?
CVE-2009-3572 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability affecting certain versions of OpenBSD.
Which versions of OpenBSD are affected by CVE-2009-3572?
CVE-2009-3572 affects OpenBSD versions 4.4, 4.5, and 4.6 running on the i386 kernel.
How does CVE-2009-3572 affect the system?
CVE-2009-3572 allows local users to trigger a kernel panic, causing a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3572?
To fix CVE-2009-3572, users should upgrade their OpenBSD systems to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.
Can CVE-2009-3572 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2009-3572 is a local vulnerability and cannot be exploited remotely.
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