Null Pointer Dereference Vulnerability in Broadcom Windows Workstation
CVE-2026-22722

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Vmware
Status
Workstation
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 February 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-22722?

A vulnerability exists in Broadcom's Windows Workstation that allows an authenticated user to exploit a null pointer dereference error. This could lead to potential service disruptions or exploitation by the malicious actor. To mitigate this risk, it is critical for users to apply the recommended patches listed in Broadcom's Response Matrix. Failure to do so may leave systems vulnerable to attacks that could exploit this issue.

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Affected Version(s)

Workstation Windows 17.0

Workstation Windows 17.0 < 25H2u1

Workstation Windows 25H2u1

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-22722
Created by D7EAD

References

https://support.broadcom.com/web/ecx/support-content-noti...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Broadcom would like to thank dread (d7ead) for reporting this issue to us.
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