CVE-2011-3147: qcow format could expose host filesystem information
First published: Mon Apr 22 2019(Updated: )
Versions of nova before 2012.1 could expose hypervisor host files to a guest operating system when processing a maliciously constructed qcow filesystem.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenStack Nova | >=2010.1<2012.1 | |
| pip/nova | <12.0.0a0 | 12.0.0a0 |
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Reference Links
- http://bazaar.launchpad.net/~hudson-openstack/nova/trunk/revision/1604
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2011-3147
- https://github.com/openstack/nova/commit/ff9d353b2f4fee469e530fbc8dc231a41f6fed84
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/nova/+bug/853330
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-hqfx-4x4w-vmwp (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3147?
The severity of CVE-2011-3147 is high with a severity value of 8.6.
What is the affected software version of CVE-2011-3147?
Versions of OpenStack Nova before 2012.1 are affected by CVE-2011-3147.
How does CVE-2011-3147 expose hypervisor host files to a guest operating system?
CVE-2011-3147 can expose hypervisor host files to a guest operating system when processing a maliciously constructed qcow filesystem.
How can I fix CVE-2011-3147?
To fix CVE-2011-3147, it is recommended to update to the version 2012.1 or newer of OpenStack Nova.
Is there any reference available for CVE-2011-3147?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2011-3147 at http://bazaar.launchpad.net/~hudson-openstack/nova/trunk/revision/1604
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