CVE-2007-1744
First published: Wed May 02 2007(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in the Shared Folders feature for VMware Workstation before 5.5.4, when a folder is shared, allows users on the guest system to write to arbitrary files on the host system via the "Backdoor I/O Port" interface.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | <=5.5.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=521
- http://www.vmware.com/support/ws55/doc/releasenotes_ws55.html#554
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/23721
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017980
- http://secunia.com/advisories/25079
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/1592
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/469011/30/6510/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/467936/30/6690/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1744?
CVE-2007-1744 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file write access on the host system.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1744?
To fix CVE-2007-1744, upgrade to VMware Workstation version 5.5.4 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-1744?
CVE-2007-1744 affects users of VMware Workstation versions prior to 5.5.4, specifically in shared folder configurations.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2007-1744?
The risks associated with CVE-2007-1744 include unauthorized access to files on the host system from the guest system.
What products are impacted by CVE-2007-1744?
CVE-2007-1744 impacts VMware Workstation up to and including version 5.5.3 when shared folders are enabled.
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