Vulnerability Description
Xen 4.4.x, when running on an ARM system, does not properly check write permissions on virtual addresses, which allows local guest administrators to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
7.4
HIGH
AV:A/AC:M/Au:S/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xen | Xen | 4.4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/58975Permissions Required
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/04/14Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67819Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030333Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-98.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/58975Permissions Required
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/06/04/14Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67819Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030333Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-98.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3969?
CVE-2014-3969 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.4 (HIGH). Xen 4.4.x, when running on an ARM system, does not properly check write permissions on virtual addresses, which allows local guest administrators to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2014-3969?
CVE-2014-3969 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-3969?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xen Xen.