CVE-2017-8904
First published: Thu May 11 2017(Updated: )
Xen through 4.8.x mishandles the "contains segment descriptors" property during GNTTABOP_transfer (aka guest transfer) operations, which might allow PV guest OS users to execute arbitrary code on the host OS, aka XSA-214.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Xen xen-unstable | =4.8.0 | |
| Xen xen-unstable | =4.8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-8904?
CVE-2017-8904 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution on the host OS.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8904?
To remediate CVE-2017-8904, upgrade to Xen versions 4.8.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-8904?
Users running Xen versions 4.8.0 and 4.8.1 are affected by CVE-2017-8904.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-8904?
CVE-2017-8904 is a code execution vulnerability that affects the guest transfer operations in Xen.
Can CVE-2017-8904 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-8904 may be exploited by privileged users on the guest OS to execute code on the host OS.
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