Vulnerability Description
VMware Workstation (15.x before 15.0.2 and 14.x before 14.1.5) and Fusion (11.x before 11.0.2 and 10.x before 10.1.5) contain an integer overflow vulnerability in the virtual network devices. This issue may allow a guest to execute code on the host.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Workstation | >= 14.0.0, < 14.1.5 |
| Vmware | Fusion | >= 10.0.0, < 10.1.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105986Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0030.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105986Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0030.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-6983?
CVE-2018-6983 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). VMware Workstation (15.x before 15.0.2 and 14.x before 14.1.5) and Fusion (11.x before 11.0.2 and 10.x before 10.1.5) contain an integer overflow vulnerability in the virtual network devices. This iss...
How severe is CVE-2018-6983?
CVE-2018-6983 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-2018-6983?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Workstation, Vmware Fusion, Apple Mac Os X.