Vulnerability Description
The evtchn_fifo_set_pending function in Xen 4.4.x allows local guest users to cause a denial of service (host crash) via vectors involving an uninitialized FIFO-based event channel control block when (1) binding or (2) moving an event to a different VCPU.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xen | Xen | 4.4.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69753
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030829
- http://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-107.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/95837
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69753
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030829
- http://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-107.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/95837
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-6268?
CVE-2014-6268 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The evtchn_fifo_set_pending function in Xen 4.4.x allows local guest users to cause a denial of service (host crash) via vectors involving an uninitialized FIFO-based event channel control block when ...
How severe is CVE-2014-6268?
CVE-2014-6268 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-2014-6268?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xen Xen.