Vulnerability Description
Linux Guest VMs running on VMware Workstation (15.x before 15.5.2) and Fusion (11.x before 11.5.2) contain a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to improper file permissions in Cortado Thinprint. Local attackers with non-administrative access to a Linux guest VM with virtual printing enabled may exploit this issue to elevate their privileges to root on the same guest VM.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Fusion | >= 11.0.0, < 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-2020-3948?
CVE-2020-3948 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). Linux Guest VMs running on VMware Workstation (15.x before 15.5.2) and Fusion (11.x before 11.5.2) contain a local privilege escalation vulnerability due to improper file permissions in Cortado Thinpr...
How severe is CVE-2020-3948?
CVE-2020-3948 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-3948?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Fusion, Vmware Workstation.