https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2025/q3/159: Xen Security Advisory 474 v2 (CVE-2025-58146) - XAPI UTF-8 string handling

Published Sep 9, 2025
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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
XEN XAPI

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-58146?

The severity of CVE-2025-58146 is classified as critical due to its potential impact on the integrity and security of the XAPI database.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-58146?

To fix CVE-2025-58146, update your Xen XAPI to the latest version that includes the sanitization improvements.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-58146?

CVE-2025-58146 affects systems running Xen with XAPI that handles UTF-8 string input.

4

What are the risks associated with CVE-2025-58146?

The risks associated with CVE-2025-58146 include potential data corruption, unauthorized access, and exploitation of the XAPI interface.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-58146 until a fix is applied?

A temporary workaround for CVE-2025-58146 may include disabling UTF-8 input processing in XAPI until the software is updated.

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