CVE-2014-1207: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Fri Jan 17 2014(Updated: )
VMware ESXi 4.0 through 5.1 and ESX 4.0 and 4.1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) by intercepting and modifying Network File Copy (NFC) traffic.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware ESXi | =4.0 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.0-1 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.0-2 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.0-3 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.0-4 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.1 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.1-1 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.1-2 | |
| VMware ESXi | =5.0 | |
| VMware ESXi | =5.0-1 | |
| VMware ESXi | =5.0-2 | |
| VMware ESXi | =5.1 | |
| VMware ESX | =4.0 | |
| VMware ESX | =4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-1207?
CVE-2014-1207 has a severity level classified as high due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1207?
To fix CVE-2014-1207, it is recommended to upgrade VMware ESXi and ESX to the latest versions that include security patches.
What versions of VMware are affected by CVE-2014-1207?
CVE-2014-1207 affects VMware ESXi versions 4.0 to 5.1 and VMware ESX versions 4.0 and 4.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-1207 enable?
CVE-2014-1207 enables remote attackers to cause a denial of service through intercepting and modifying Network File Copy (NFC) traffic.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-1207?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2014-1207, so applying security updates is essential.
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