CVE-2017-2596
First published: Tue Jan 31 2017(Updated: )
Last updated 29 November 2024
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Linux Linux kernel | <=4.9.8 | |
| debian/linux | 5.10.223-1 5.10.226-1 6.1.115-1 6.1.119-1 6.11.10-1 6.12.5-1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3791
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/31/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95878
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1842
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2077
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1417812
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2017-2596
- https://www.spinics.net/lists/kvm/msg144319.html
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1417813
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-2596
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2017-2596
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-2596
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2017-2596
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-2596?
CVE-2017-2596 is a vulnerability in the nested_vmx_check_vmptr function in the Linux kernel, which improperly emulates the VMXON instruction, leading to a denial of service.
How does CVE-2017-2596 affect the Linux kernel?
CVE-2017-2596 affects the Linux kernel versions up to 4.9.8, allowing KVM L1 guest OS users to cause a denial of service by consuming host OS memory.
What is the severity of CVE-2017-2596?
CVE-2017-2596 has a severity level of medium.
How can I fix CVE-2017-2596?
To fix CVE-2017-2596, make sure to update your Linux kernel to version 4.11 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2017-2596?
You can find more information about CVE-2017-2596 at the following references: [1] [2] [3].
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