Improper Check in KVM's svm_set_x2apic_msr_interception() Allows Direct Access to Host x2APIC MSRs, Leading to Denial of Service

CVE-2023-5090 · MEDIUM Severity

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

A flaw was found in KVM. An improper check in svm_set_x2apic_msr_interception() may allow direct access to host x2apic msrs when the guest resets its apic, potentially leading to a denial of service condition.

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