CVE-2017-4949

Description

VMware Workstation and Fusion contain a use-after-free vulnerability in VMware NAT service when IPv6 mode is enabled. This issue may allow a guest to execute code on the host. Note: IPv6 mode for VMNAT is not enabled by default.

Category

7.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory vmware.com
Affected: VMware Workstation Pro / Player
Affected: VMware Fusion
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040161 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102489 vdb entry third party advisory
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0005.html patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-4949?
CVE-2017-4949 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-4949?
To fix CVE-2017-4949, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-4949 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-4949 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-4949?
CVE-2017-4949 affects VMware Workstation Pro / Player, VMware Fusion.
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