CVE-2014-6268
First published: Mon Jan 12 2015(Updated: )
The evtchn_fifo_set_pending function in Xen 4.4.x allows local guest users to cause a denial of service (host crash) via vectors involving an uninitialized FIFO-based event channel control block when (1) binding or (2) moving an event to a different VCPU.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Xen xen-unstable | =4.4.0 | |
| Xen xen-unstable | =4.4.0-rc1 | |
| Xen xen-unstable | =4.4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-6268?
CVE-2014-6268 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that could lead to a host crash.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6268?
To mitigate CVE-2014-6268, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Xen that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-6268?
CVE-2014-6268 affects Xen versions 4.4.0 and 4.4.1, including release candidate versions.
What is the impact of CVE-2014-6268?
The impact of CVE-2014-6268 is that it allows unauthenticated local guest users to crash the host system.
When was CVE-2014-6268 disclosed?
CVE-2014-6268 was disclosed in 2014 as part of the Xen security advisories.
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