CVE-2019-0714: Windows Hyper-V Denial of Service Vulnerability
A denial of service vulnerability exists when Microsoft Hyper-V Network Switch on a host server fails to properly validate input from a privileged user on a guest operating system, aka 'Windows Hyper-V Denial of Service Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-0715, CVE-2019-0717, CVE-2019-0718, CVE-2019-0723.
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A denial of service vulnerability exists when Microsoft Hyper-V Network Switch on a host server fails to properly validate input from a privileged user on a guest operating system. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could cause the host server to crash. To exploit the vulnerability, an attacker who already has a privileged account on a guest operating system, running as a virtual machine, could run a specially crafted application that causes a host machine to crash. The update addresses the vulnerability by modifying how virtual machines access the Hyper-V Network Switch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-0714?
CVE-2019-0714 has a severity rating of Important as it poses a denial of service risk.
How do I fix CVE-2019-0714?
To mitigate CVE-2019-0714, ensure that affected Microsoft systems are updated to the latest patches provided by Microsoft.
What software is affected by CVE-2019-0714?
CVE-2019-0714 affects various versions of Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, and Windows Server 2019.
Can CVE-2019-0714 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-0714 could be exploited remotely by a privileged user on a guest operating system to cause a denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-0714?
Currently, the best approach to address CVE-2019-0714 is to apply the security updates provided by Microsoft.