CVE-2017-7471: Critical severity Qemu Qemu vulnerability
Quick Emulator (Qemu) built with the VirtFS, host directory sharing via Plan 9 File System (9pfs) support, is vulnerable to an improper access control issue. It could occur while accessing files on a shared host directory. A privileged user inside guest could use this flaw to access host file system beyond the shared folder and potentially escalating their privileges on a host.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7471?
CVE-2017-7471 has been rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its impact on host file system access.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7471?
To fix CVE-2017-7471, upgrade QEMU to version 2.9.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-7471?
Any privileged user inside a guest running affected versions of QEMU can exploit CVE-2017-7471.
What is the impact of CVE-2017-7471?
The impact of CVE-2017-7471 allows a guest user to access and manipulate files on the host file system.
When was CVE-2017-7471 disclosed?
CVE-2017-7471 was disclosed in April 2017.