CVE-2016-9381: Race Condition
First published: Mon Jan 23 2017(Updated: )
Race condition in QEMU in Xen allows local x86 HVM guest OS administrators to gain privileges by changing certain data on shared rings, aka a "double fetch" vulnerability.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| QEMU KVM | <=2.7.1 | |
| QEMU KVM | =2.8.0-rc0 | |
| XenServer | =6.0.2 | |
| XenServer | =6.2.0 | |
| XenServer | =6.5 | |
| XenServer | =7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9381?
CVE-2016-9381 has a high severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation in vulnerable systems.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9381?
To address CVE-2016-9381, upgrade QEMU or XenServer to the latest version that includes the applicable security patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-9381?
CVE-2016-9381 affects local x86 HVM guest OS administrators on systems running the specified vulnerable versions of QEMU and XenServer.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9381?
CVE-2016-9381 is identified as a race condition vulnerability, which can lead to a double fetch issue.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2016-9381?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-9381 may allow an attacker to gain elevated privileges on affected systems.
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