Vulnerability Description
VMware Workstation (14.x before 14.1.3) and Fusion (10.x before 10.1.3) contain an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the e1000 device. This issue may allow a guest to execute code on the host.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Fusion | < 10.1.3 |
| Vmware | Workstation | >= 14.0.0, < 14.1.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105094Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041491Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0022.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105094Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041491Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0022.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-6973?
CVE-2018-6973 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). VMware Workstation (14.x before 14.1.3) and Fusion (10.x before 10.1.3) contain an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the e1000 device. This issue may allow a guest to execute code on the host.
How severe is CVE-2018-6973?
CVE-2018-6973 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-6973?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Fusion, Vmware Workstation.