Vulnerability Description
The vgic_distr_mmio_write function in the virtual guest interrupt controller (GIC) distributor (arch/arm/vgic.c) in Xen 4.4.x, when running on an ARM system, allows local guest users to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and host crash) via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xen | Xen | 4.4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/23/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/23/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/23/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67047
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030146
- http://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-94.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/23/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/23/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/04/23/5
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67047
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030146
- http://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-94.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-2986?
CVE-2014-2986 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The vgic_distr_mmio_write function in the virtual guest interrupt controller (GIC) distributor (arch/arm/vgic.c) in Xen 4.4.x, when running on an ARM system, allows local guest users to cause a denial...
How severe is CVE-2014-2986?
CVE-2014-2986 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-2986?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xen Xen.