Uncontrolled Search Path Vulnerability in VMware Tools for Windows
CVE-2022-22943

6.7MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Vmware
Status
Vmware Tools For Windows
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 March 2022

Summary

VMware Tools for Windows versions 11.x.y and 10.x.y before 12.0.0 are vulnerable due to an uncontrolled search path issue that could allow a malicious actor with local administrative privileges within the Windows guest operating system to execute arbitrary code with elevated system privileges. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it may enable attackers to gain unauthorized access and control over critical system functions within the environment where VMware Tools is installed.

Affected Version(s)

VMware Tools for Windows VMware Tools for Windows (11.x.y and 10.x.y prior to 12.0.0)

References

https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2022-0007...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.7
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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