Local Denial of Service Vulnerability in VMware Software Products
CVE-2009-1146
Currently unrated
Summary
This vulnerability arises from an unspecified flaw in the ioctl functionality of hcmon.sys within various VMware products. It allows local users to exploit this vulnerability to trigger a denial of service condition, disrupting the operation of the affected software. This issue is distinct from previously identified vulnerabilities, emphasizing the importance of keeping VMware applications updated with the latest security patches to mitigate potential risks.
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