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CVE-2013-4526: Buffer overflow in hw/ide/ahci.c in QEMU before 1.7.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service...

Buffer overflow in hw/ide/ahci.c in QEMU before 1.7.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via vectors related to migrating ports.

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CVE-2013-4526 is a QEMU buffer overflow in the AHCI IDE emulation code before QEMU 1.7.2. The reported impact is denial of service and possible arbitrary code execution through migration-related port handling. Business urgency depends on whether vulnerable QEMU builds are used for virtualization or VM migration workflows. Exposure is most likely in environments running QEMU before 1.7.2, especially where VM migration or state loading is enabled. Systems using distribution-packaged QEMU should be checked against vendor advisories. The bundle does not identify specific appliances, clouds, or downstream products beyond QEMU-related sources. Prioritize remediation where QEMU underpins production virtualization or migration. The lack of CVSS and KEV lowers certainty, but possible code execution in a virtualization layer can create significant business impact if vulnerable hosts are reachable through management or migration paths. Mitigation focus: Upgrade vulnerable QEMU builds to a vendor-supported fixed version, such as packages including the 1.7.2 fix.; Review Fedora or other distribution advisories for exact package versions in your environment.; Restrict VM migration and management interfaces to trusted administrative networks..

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