CVE-2013-4185: Medium severity openstack compute vulnerability
Algorithmic complexity vulnerability in OpenStack Compute (Nova) before 2013.1.3 and Havana before havana-3 does not properly handle network source security group policy updates, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (nova-network consumption) via a large number of server-creation operations, which triggers a large number of update requests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4185?
CVE-2013-4185 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4185?
To resolve CVE-2013-4185, upgrade the OpenStack Compute (Nova) package to version 12.0.0a0 or later.
Which versions of OpenStack Compute are affected by CVE-2013-4185?
CVE-2013-4185 affects OpenStack Compute (Nova) versions prior to 2013.1.3 and 2013.2.3.
Is CVE-2013-4185 a remote attack vector vulnerability?
Yes, CVE-2013-4185 can be exploited by remote authenticated users.
What is the impact of CVE-2013-4185?
CVE-2013-4185 can lead to high nova-network consumption, resulting in potential denial of service.