Vulnerability Description
VMware Workstation (15.x) and Horizon Client for Windows (5.x before 5.4.4) contain an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Cortado ThinPrint component (JPEG2000 parser). A malicious actor with normal access to a virtual machine may be able to exploit these issues to create a partial denial-of-service condition or to leak memory from TPView process running on the system where Workstation or Horizon Client for Windows is installed.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Horizon Client | >= 5.0.0, < 5.4.4 |
| Vmware | Workstation Player | >= 15.0.0, < 16.0.0 |
| Vmware | Workstation Pro | >= 15.0.0, < 16.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2020-0020.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2020-0020.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-3988?
CVE-2020-3988 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.1 (MEDIUM). VMware Workstation (15.x) and Horizon Client for Windows (5.x before 5.4.4) contain an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Cortado ThinPrint component (JPEG2000 parser). A malicious actor with normal ...
How severe is CVE-2020-3988?
CVE-2020-3988 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-3988?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Horizon Client, Vmware Workstation Player, Vmware Workstation Pro.