Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the flask_security_label function in Xen 3.3, when compiled with the XSM:FLASK module, allows unprivileged domain users (domU) to execute arbitrary code via the flask_op hypercall.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xen | Xen | 3.3 |
| Xen | Xen Flask Module | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://invisiblethingslab.com/bh08/part2.pdf
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31561
- http://theinvisiblethings.blogspot.com/2008/08/our-xen-0wning-trilogy-highlights
- http://www.nabble.com/-PATCH--XSM--FLASK--Argument-handling-bugs-in-XSM:FLASK-toPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30834
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020731
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2426
- http://xenbits.xensource.com/xen-3.3-testing.hg?rev/fa66b33f975a
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44608
- http://invisiblethingslab.com/bh08/part2.pdf
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31561
- http://theinvisiblethings.blogspot.com/2008/08/our-xen-0wning-trilogy-highlights
- http://www.nabble.com/-PATCH--XSM--FLASK--Argument-handling-bugs-in-XSM:FLASK-toPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30834
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020731
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3687?
CVE-2008-3687 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Heap-based buffer overflow in the flask_security_label function in Xen 3.3, when compiled with the XSM:FLASK module, allows unprivileged domain users (domU) to execute arbitrary code via the flask_op ...
How severe is CVE-2008-3687?
CVE-2008-3687 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3687?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xen Xen, Xen Xen Flask Module.