Vulnerability Description
VMware Thinapp version 5.x prior to 5.2.10 contain a DLL hijacking vulnerability due to insecure loading of DLLs. A malicious actor with non-administrative privileges may exploit this vulnerability to elevate privileges to administrator level on the Windows operating system having VMware ThinApp installed on it.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Thinapp | >= 5.2, < 5.2.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163521/VMware-ThinApp-DLL-Hijacking.htmlExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2021/Jul/35ExploitMailing ListTechnical Description
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0015.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/163521/VMware-ThinApp-DLL-Hijacking.htmlExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2021/Jul/35ExploitMailing ListTechnical Description
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0015.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-22000?
CVE-2021-22000 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). VMware Thinapp version 5.x prior to 5.2.10 contain a DLL hijacking vulnerability due to insecure loading of DLLs. A malicious actor with non-administrative privileges may exploit this vulnerability to...
How severe is CVE-2021-22000?
CVE-2021-22000 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-2021-22000?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Thinapp.