A security researcher has published a zero-day flaw in a commonly-used virtual machine management system without notifying the vendor, justifying it with a scathing critique of the infosecurity industry.
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Xen fixes another “virtual machine escape” bug
Last time it was the floppy disk drive that let crooks squeeze out of jail – this time, the virtual CD-ROM is their springboard…
SSCC 199 – Don’t panic, it’s not really as VENOMous as you thought [PODCAST]
Our latest weekly security podcast – the VENOM bug, iris recognition, a spyware company breach, and ID trouble at the Passport Agency. Happy listening!
The VENOM “virtual machine escape” bug – what you need to know
Here’s what you need to know about VENOM, the latest security vulnerability to be given a marketing-friendly name. If you’re using any virtual machines, read this to set your mind at rest…
As easy as 123: Xen hypervisor bug found, fixed, phew…make sure you’re patched!
Xen is often used to share one physical server amongst many different customers – and it’s supposed to keep them safely apart. Sometimes, things don’t quite work out…Paul Ducklin explains.