CVE-2007-2893: Heap-based buffer overflow in the bx_ne2k_c::rx_frame function in iodev/ne2k.cc in the emulated NE2000 devi...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2007-2893 is a guest-to-host escape risk in Bochs 2.3. A user inside a guest operating system could trigger a heap overflow in the emulated NE2000 network device and potentially gain privileges on the host running Bochs. Exposure is likely limited to systems running Bochs 2.3 or vulnerable distribution packages with the emulated NE2000 device available to guest users. Modern environments are unlikely exposed unless old Bochs builds remain in labs, research systems, or legacy automation. Treat this as high priority only where legacy Bochs is still used with untrusted guests. The business risk is host compromise from a guest, but current exposure may be low because the issue is old and product-specific. Mitigation focus: Identify any Bochs 2.3 installations or vulnerable distribution packages.; Apply fixed packages or guidance from Debian, Gentoo, or the relevant vendor.; Disable or avoid the emulated NE2000 device where vendor guidance supports that approach..

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Jun 29, 2026, 05:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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