CVE-2013-2195: Medium severity xen xapi vulnerability
The Elf parser (libelf) in Xen 4.2.x and earlier allow local guest administrators with certain permissions to have an unspecified impact via a crafted kernel, related to "pointer dereferences" involving unexpected calculations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-2195?
CVE-2013-2195 is considered a significant vulnerability that can lead to unexpected behaviors affecting local guest administrators.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2195?
To mitigate CVE-2013-2195, update your Xen installation to version 4.2.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-2195?
CVE-2013-2195 affects local guest administrators on Xen versions 4.2.x and earlier, specifically those with certain permissions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-2195?
CVE-2013-2195 is related to pointer dereferences in the Elf parser of the Xen hypervisor.
What can happen if CVE-2013-2195 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2013-2195 can lead to undefined behavior resulting from unexpected calculations in the system.