7.8
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-3157

First published: Tue Apr 12 2016(Updated: )

Last updated 24 July 2024

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Xen Xen=4.0.0
Canonical Ubuntu Linux=12.04
debian/linux
5.10.223-1
5.10.226-1
6.1.115-1
6.1.119-1
6.12.6-1
6.12.8-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2016-3157?

    CVE-2016-3157 is a vulnerability in the Linux kernel that allows local guest OS users to gain privileges, cause a denial of service, or obtain sensitive information by leveraging I/O port access.

  • How does CVE-2016-3157 affect Linux kernel versions 3.2.0-104.145, 3.13.0-86.130, 4.2.0-36.41, 4.4.0-22.39, and 4.6~?

    CVE-2016-3157 affects those Linux kernel versions by not properly context-switching IOPL on 64-bit PV Xen guests, leaving them vulnerable to privilege escalation, denial of service, and information disclosure.

  • How can I fix CVE-2016-3157?

    To fix CVE-2016-3157, you should update your Linux kernel to a version that includes the appropriate security patches. Check with your Linux distribution for the latest updates.

  • Are there any known exploits for CVE-2016-3157?

    Yes, there are known exploits for CVE-2016-3157. It is important to apply the necessary security patches to protect against these exploits.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2016-3157?

    You can find more information about CVE-2016-3157 in the advisory provided by Xen and the Ubuntu security notices.

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