CVE-2013-5651

CVE-2013-5651 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Redhat Libvirt with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

The virBitmapParse function in util/virbitmap.c in libvirt before 1.1.2 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via a crafted bitmap, as demonstrated by a large nodeset value to numatune.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-5651?
The virBitmapParse function in util/virbitmap.c in libvirt before 1.1.2 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and crash) via a crafted bitmap, as demonstrated by a large nodeset value to numatune.
How severe is CVE-2013-5651?
CVE-2013-5651 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-5651 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-5651?
CVE-2013-5651 primarily affects Redhat Libvirt. In total, 106 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5651?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-5651 published?
CVE-2013-5651 was published on 2013-09-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (106)

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