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8.8

Xen hypervisor may let attackers run code

published 4 days ago
Summary

The Xen hypervisor package from CleanStart is affected by a flaw that could let an attacker execute unauthorized code on the host system. This could compromise the security of all virtual machines running on that host. Apply the latest security update for the Xen package as soon as possible.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart xen to version 4.14.1-r0.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart xen < 4.14.1-r0
Fix: upgrade to 4.14.1-r0
Original advisory text
issue was discovered in Xen through 4
Security vulnerability affects the xen package. An issue was discovered in Xen through 4.
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
8.8 High
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
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