Vulnerability Description
VMware Workstation (15.x before 15.5.2) and Fusion (11.x before 11.5.2) contain a use-after vulnerability in vmnetdhcp. Successful exploitation of this issue may lead to code execution on the host from the guest or may allow attackers to create a denial-of-service condition of the vmnetdhcp service running on the host machine.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Fusion | < 11.5.2 |
| Vmware | Workstation | >= 15.0.0, < 15.5.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2020-0004.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2020-0004.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-3947?
CVE-2020-3947 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). VMware Workstation (15.x before 15.5.2) and Fusion (11.x before 11.5.2) contain a use-after vulnerability in vmnetdhcp. Successful exploitation of this issue may lead to code execution on the host fro...
How severe is CVE-2020-3947?
CVE-2020-3947 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-2020-3947?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Fusion, Vmware Workstation.