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CVE-2012-5525

UnknownEPSS 1.60%

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CVE-2012-5525 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The get_page_from_gfn hypercall function in Xen 4.2 allows local PV guest OS administrators to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted GFN that triggers a buffer over-read.. EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The get_page_from_gfn hypercall function in Xen 4.2 allows local PV guest OS administrators to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted GFN that triggers a buffer over-read.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.60%

72.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
XenXen4.2.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-5525?
The get_page_from_gfn hypercall function in Xen 4.2 allows local PV guest OS administrators to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted GFN that triggers a buffer over-read.
How severe is CVE-2012-5525?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5525 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5525?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST