CVE-2014-3715: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon May 19 2014(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Xen 4.4.x allows local users to read system memory or cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted 32-bit guest kernel, related to searching for an appended DTB.
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-2014-3715?
CVE-2014-3715 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to read sensitive system memory or cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3715?
To fix CVE-2014-3715, upgrade to a patched version of Xen that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-3715?
CVE-2014-3715 affects local users of Xen 4.4.0 and its release candidates that run crafted 32-bit guest kernels.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2014-3715?
Exploitation of CVE-2014-3715 can lead to reading sensitive memory information or crashing the Xen hypervisor.
What versions of Xen are vulnerable according to CVE-2014-3715?
According to CVE-2014-3715, Xen versions 4.4.0 and 4.4.0-rc1 are vulnerable.
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