CVE-2014-3125
First published: Fri May 02 2014(Updated: )
Xen 4.4.x, when running on an ARM system, does not properly context switch the CNTKCTL_EL1 register, which allows local guest users to modify the hardware timers and cause a denial of service (crash) via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Xen xen-unstable | =4.4.0 | |
| Xen xen-unstable | =4.4.0-rc1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-3125?
The severity of CVE-2014-3125 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3125?
To fix CVE-2014-3125, upgrade to a version of Xen that has addressed the vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-3125?
CVE-2014-3125 affects users running Xen 4.4.0 and 4.4.0-rc1 on ARM systems.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2014-3125?
CVE-2014-3125 can be exploited by local guest users to cause a denial of service attack resulting in a crash.
Is CVE-2014-3125 specific to any operating system?
Yes, CVE-2014-3125 is specific to Xen running on ARM architecture.
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