CVE-2016-10013: High severity XEN Xen vulnerability
Published Jan 26, 2017
·Updated
Xen through 4.8.x allows local 64-bit x86 HVM guest OS users to gain privileges by leveraging mishandling of SYSCALL singlestep during emulation.
Affected Software
1 affected component
XEN Xen<=4.8.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jan 26, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10013?
CVE-2016-10013 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local privilege escalation in guest OS environments.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-10013?
To fix CVE-2016-10013, upgrade to Xen version 4.9 or later where the vulnerability is resolved.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-10013?
CVE-2016-10013 affects local 64-bit x86 HVM guest operating systems running on Xen versions up to and including 4.8.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-10013?
CVE-2016-10013 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability caused by mishandling of SYSCALL singlestep during emulation.
5
Who is impacted by CVE-2016-10013?
Users of local 64-bit x86 HVM guest operating systems who run on vulnerable versions of Xen may be impacted by CVE-2016-10013.