Vulnerability Description
VMware Workstation (14.x before 14.1.6) and Fusion (10.x before 10.1.6) contain an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the e1000 virtual network adapter. This issue may allow a guest to execute code on the host.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Fusion | >= 10.0.0, < 10.1.6 |
| Vmware | Workstation | >= 14.0.0, < 14.1.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/152290/VMware-Security-Advisory-2019-0005.hThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107635Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2019-0005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/152290/VMware-Security-Advisory-2019-0005.hThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107635Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2019-0005.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2019-5524?
CVE-2019-5524 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). VMware Workstation (14.x before 14.1.6) and Fusion (10.x before 10.1.6) contain an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the e1000 virtual network adapter. This issue may allow a guest to execute code ...
How severe is CVE-2019-5524?
CVE-2019-5524 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-2019-5524?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Fusion, Vmware Workstation.