CVE-2013-4542
UnknownEPSS 4.95%
Last modified
CVE-2013-4542 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The virtio_scsi_load_request function in hw/scsi/scsi-bus.c in QEMU before 1.7.2 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted savevm image, which triggers an out-of-bounds array access.. EPSS estimates a 4.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The virtio_scsi_load_request function in hw/scsi/scsi-bus.c in QEMU before 1.7.2 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted savevm image, which triggers an out-of-bounds array access.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Qemu | Qemu | <= 1.7.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.1.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.1.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.1.2 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.1.3 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.1.4 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.1.5 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.1.6 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.2.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.3.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.4.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.4.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.4.2 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.4.3 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.5.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.5.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.5.2 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.5.3 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.5.4 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.5.5 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.6.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.6.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.7.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.7.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.7.2 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.8.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.8.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.8.2 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.9.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.9.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.9.1-5 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.10.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.10.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.10.2 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.10.3 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.10.4 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.10.5 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.10.6 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.11.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.11.0-rc0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.11.0-rc1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.11.0-rc2 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.11.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.12.0 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.12.1 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.12.2 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.12.3 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.12.4 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.12.5 | — |
| Qemu | Qemu | 0.13.0 | — |
Showing 50 of 67 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2014-0743.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2014-0744.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2014-0743.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2014-0744.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-4542?
The virtio_scsi_load_request function in hw/scsi/scsi-bus.c in QEMU before 1.7.2 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted savevm image, which triggers an out-of-bounds array access.
How severe is CVE-2013-4542?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-4542 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4542?
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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