High
CVSS 7.5
Overview
The host_from_stream_offset function in arch_init.c in QEMU, when loading RAM during migration, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) offset or (2) length value in savevm data.
CVE-2014-7840
The host_from_stream_offset function in arch_init.c in QEMU, when loading RAM du...
Risk analysis
This vulnerability is rated 🟠 HIGH.
- CVSS: 7.5 (HIGH)
- Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)
Recommended actions:
- Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
- Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.