Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability in VMware Workstation Pro and Player
CVE-2016-7084
7.8HIGH
Key Information:
- Vendor
Vmware
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 29 December 2016
What is CVE-2016-7084?
An identified vulnerability in VMware Workstation Pro and Player versions earlier than 12.5.0 allows guest operating system users to execute arbitrary code on the host system or cause denial of service by exploiting the Cortado ThinPrint virtual printing feature with a specially crafted JPEG 2000 image. This security concern emphasizes the importance of promptly updating these products to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access or system instability.