Denial of Service Vulnerability in VMware Products Affecting Multiple Versions
CVE-2008-4916

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Vmware
Status
Vmware Player
Vmware Esx
Vmware Ace
Vmware Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 April 2009

Summary

A flaw exists in the guest virtual device driver of various VMware products that allows users running a guest operating system to exploit the vulnerability, potentially leading to a denial of service condition where the host operating system crashes. This risk affects multiple versions across VMware's product line, making it crucial for users to apply necessary patches and updates to maintain system reliability and security.

References

http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201209-25.xml
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_GENTOO
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2009/Apr/0036.html
mailing-listx_refsource_FULLDISC
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34373
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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