Vulnerability Description
VMware Workstation 9.x before 9.0.3 and VMware Player 5.x before 5.0.3 on Linux do not properly handle shared libraries, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Workstation | 9.0 |
| Vmware | Player | 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2013-0013.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2013-0013.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-5972?
CVE-2013-5972 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). VMware Workstation 9.x before 9.0.3 and VMware Player 5.x before 5.0.3 on Linux do not properly handle shared libraries, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2013-5972?
CVE-2013-5972 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-5972?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Workstation, Vmware Player.