Intrusion PreventionVMware.VNC.VMWDynResolution.Heap.Buffer.Overflow
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in VMWare Workstation.
The vulnerability is due to an error in the vulnerable application when handling a maliciously crafted request. An attacker can exploit this to execute arbitrary commands or cause a denial of service condition on the affected machine via a crafted request.
Affected Products
VMWare ESXi 6.5 prior to ESXi650-201710401-BG
VMWare Fusion prior to 8.5.9
VMWare Workstation prior to 12.5.8
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Apply the most recent upgrade or patch from the vendor:
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0021.html
Telemetry
Coverage
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Version Updates
| Date | Version | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2019-06-06 | 14.627 | Severity:medium:high |
| ID | 45503 |
| Created | Feb 08, 2018 |
| Updated | Aug 17, 2020 |
| Risk |
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| CVE ID | CVE-2017-4933 |
| Exploit Prediction Score | 15.04% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows, Linux, MacOS |
| Affected App | Other |