CVE-2017-15595
UnknownEPSS 1.55%
Last modified
CVE-2017-15595 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Xen through 4.9.x allowing x86 PV guest OS users to cause a denial of service (unbounded recursion, stack consumption, and hypervisor crash) or possibly gain privileges via crafted page-table stacking.. EPSS estimates a 1.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Xen through 4.9.x allowing x86 PV guest OS users to cause a denial of service (unbounded recursion, stack consumption, and hypervisor crash) or possibly gain privileges via crafted page-table stacking.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xen | Xen | <= 4.9.0 |
References
- https://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-240.htmlMitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://xenbits.xen.org/xsa/advisory-240.htmlMitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-15595?
An issue was discovered in Xen through 4.9.x allowing x86 PV guest OS users to cause a denial of service (unbounded recursion, stack consumption, and hypervisor crash) or possibly gain privileges via crafted page-table stacking.
How severe is CVE-2017-15595?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-15595 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15595?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2017-15595?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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