Vulnerability Description
VMware Tools for Windows (11.x.y prior to 11.3.0) contains a denial-of-service vulnerability in the VM3DMP driver. A malicious actor with local user privileges in the Windows guest operating system, where VMware Tools is installed, can trigger a PANIC in the VM3DMP driver leading to a denial-of-service condition in the Windows guest operating system.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Tools | >= 11.0.0, < 11.3.0 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
References
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0011.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0011.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-21997?
CVE-2021-21997 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). VMware Tools for Windows (11.x.y prior to 11.3.0) contains a denial-of-service vulnerability in the VM3DMP driver. A malicious actor with local user privileges in the Windows guest operating system, w...
How severe is CVE-2021-21997?
CVE-2021-21997 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-21997?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Tools, Microsoft Windows.