CVE-2017-2635
HIGHCVSS 7.7/10EPSS 1.53%
Last modified
CVE-2017-2635 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.7/10 on the CVSS scale. A NULL pointer deference flaw was found in the way libvirt from 2.5.0 to 3.0.0 handled empty drives. A remote authenticated attacker could use this flaw to crash libvirtd daemon resulting in denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 1.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A NULL pointer deference flaw was found in the way libvirt from 2.5.0 to 3.0.0 handled empty drives. A remote authenticated attacker could use this flaw to crash libvirtd daemon resulting in denial of service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Redhat | Libvirt | >= 2.5.0, <= 3.0.0 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-2635?
A NULL pointer deference flaw was found in the way libvirt from 2.5.0 to 3.0.0 handled empty drives. A remote authenticated attacker could use this flaw to crash libvirtd daemon resulting in denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2017-2635?
CVE-2017-2635 has a CVSS score of 7.7/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-2635?
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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