CVE-2015-8556: Race Condition
First published: Fri Mar 24 2017(Updated: )
Local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Gentoo QEMU package before 2.5.0-r1.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| QEMU KVM | <=2.4.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8556?
CVE-2015-8556 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8556?
To fix CVE-2015-8556, you should upgrade the QEMU package to version 2.5.0-r1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-8556?
CVE-2015-8556 affects systems running the Gentoo QEMU package versions before 2.5.0-r1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8556?
CVE-2015-8556 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
Can I exploit CVE-2015-8556 remotely?
No, CVE-2015-8556 requires local access to the system to exploit this vulnerability.
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