CVE-2012-3515

CVE-2012-3515 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redhat Virtualization with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

Qemu, as used in Xen 4.0, 4.1 and possibly other products, when emulating certain devices with a virtual console backend, allows local OS guest users to gain privileges via a crafted escape VT100 sequence that triggers the overwrite of a "device model's address space."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-3515?
Qemu, as used in Xen 4.0, 4.1 and possibly other products, when emulating certain devices with a virtual console backend, allows local OS guest users to gain privileges via a crafted escape VT100 sequence that triggers the overwrite of a "device model's address space."
How severe is CVE-2012-3515?
CVE-2012-3515 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-3515 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (41st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-3515?
CVE-2012-3515 primarily affects Redhat Virtualization. In total, 32 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3515?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2012-3515 published?
CVE-2012-3515 was published on 2012-11-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (32)

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