CVE-2018-20168
UnknownEPSS 0.28%
Last modified
CVE-2018-20168 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Google gVisor before 2018-08-22 reuses a pagetable in a different level with the paging-structure cache intact, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service ("physical address not valid" panic) via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 0.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Google gVisor before 2018-08-22 reuses a pagetable in a different level with the paging-structure cache intact, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service ("physical address not valid" panic) via a crafted application.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gvisor | < 2018-08-22 |
References
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail?id=1674Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.chromium.org/p/project-zero/issues/detail?id=1674Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-20168?
Google gVisor before 2018-08-22 reuses a pagetable in a different level with the paging-structure cache intact, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service ("physical address not valid" panic) via a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2018-20168?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-20168 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20168?
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-2018-20168?
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