CVE-2024-22251

Out-of-bounds read vulnerability

Description

VMware Workstation and Fusion contain an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the USB CCID (chip card interface device). A malicious actor with local administrative privileges on a virtual machine may trigger an out-of-bounds read leading to information disclosure.

Category

5.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory vmware.com
Affected: n/a VMware Workstation
Affected: n/a VMware Fusion
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2024-0005.html vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-22251?
CVE-2024-22251 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-22251?
To fix CVE-2024-22251, 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-2024-22251 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-22251 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-2024-22251?
CVE-2024-22251 affects n/a VMware Workstation, n/a VMware Fusion.
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