CVE-2013-2230: The qemu driver (qemu/qemu_driver.c) in libvirt before 1.1.1 allows remote authenticated users to cause a d...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes an availability issue in libvirt's QEMU driver before version 1.1.1. A remote authenticated user could crash the libvirt daemon, potentially disrupting virtual machine management. The bundle does not show data theft, privilege escalation, or active exploitation evidence. Exposure is most relevant where libvirt before 1.1.1 manages QEMU workloads and remote authenticated users can access libvirt management interfaces. Environments with only trusted local administration or newer vendor-patched builds are less exposed. Treat as a maintenance-priority availability risk for legacy virtualization management hosts. Prioritize internet- or broadly reachable management planes, shared administration environments, and critical VM infrastructure. Escalate if affected versions remain in production. Mitigation focus: Upgrade libvirt to 1.1.1 or a vendor-supported fixed backport.; Check Red Hat or distribution advisories for package-specific remediation status.; Restrict remote libvirt access to trusted administrators only..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:32 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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