VMware Workstation and Fusion contain a use-after-free vulnerability in VMware NAT service when IPv6 mode is enabled. This issue may allow a guest to execute code on the host. Note: IPv6 mode for VMNAT is not enabled by default.
References
Link | Resource |
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102489 | Third Party Advisory VDB Entry |
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040161 | Third Party Advisory VDB Entry |
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0005.html | Patch Vendor Advisory |
Configurations
History
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Information
Published : 2018-01-11 14:29
Updated : 2024-02-28 16:04
NVD link : CVE-2017-4949
Mitre link : CVE-2017-4949
CVE.ORG link : CVE-2017-4949
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Products Affected
vmware
- fusion
- workstation
apple
- mac_os_x
CWE
CWE-416
Use After Free