Untrusted Search Path Vulnerability in VMware Workstation Pro and Player
CVE-2016-7085

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Vmware
Status
Workstation Player
Workstation Pro
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 December 2016

What is CVE-2016-7085?

The vulnerability in VMware Workstation Pro and Player allows local users to exploit an untrusted search path during installation. This flaw enables the execution of a Trojan horse DLL from a directory that should not be trusted, ultimately granting unauthorized privileges to the attacker. The issue affects specific versions of VMware Workstation, making it imperative for users and administrators to verify their software version and apply necessary updates.

References

http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2016-0014....
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036805
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92940
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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