Vulnerability Description
OpenBSD 4.4, 4.5, and 4.6, when running on an i386 kernel, does not properly handle XMM exceptions, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 4.4 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=openbsd-security-announce&m=125474331811594Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36956Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata44.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata45.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata46.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36589Patch
- http://marc.info/?l=openbsd-security-announce&m=125474331811594Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36956Vendor Advisory
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata44.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata45.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.openbsd.org/errata46.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36589Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3572?
CVE-2009-3572 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). OpenBSD 4.4, 4.5, and 4.6, when running on an i386 kernel, does not properly handle XMM exceptions, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2009-3572?
CVE-2009-3572 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-3572?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openbsd.