CVE-2021-38918: High severity ibm powervm hypervisor firmware vulnerability
IBM PowerVM Hypervisor FW860, FW940, FW950, and FW1010, through a specific sequence of VM management operations could lead to a violation of the isolation between peer VMs. IBM X-Force ID: 210019.
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IBM PowerVM Hypervisor through a specific sequence of VM management operations could lead to a violation of the isolation between peer VMs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-38918?
CVE-2021-38918 has a high severity rating due to its potential to compromise the isolation of virtual machines in the PowerVM Hypervisor.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38918?
To fix CVE-2021-38918, ensure that you update your IBM PowerVM Hypervisor to the latest firmware version that addresses this vulnerability.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-38918?
CVE-2021-38918 affects IBM PowerVM Hypervisor versions FW860, FW940, FW950, and FW1010.
What are the implications of CVE-2021-38918?
CVE-2021-38918 can lead to a breach in isolation between peer virtual machines, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Who is responsible for addressing CVE-2021-38918?
It is the responsibility of system administrators and IT teams utilizing the affected IBM PowerVM Hypervisor versions to address CVE-2021-38918.