CVE-2007-5617: Critical severity VMware Player vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in VMware Player 1.0.x before 1.0.5 and 2.0 before 2.0.1, and Workstation 5.x before 5.5.5 and 6.x before 6.0.1, prevents it from launching, which has unspecified impact, related to untrusted virtual machine images.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5617?
The severity of CVE-2007-5617 is not explicitly rated but it can impact the functionality of VMware Player and Workstation.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5617?
To fix CVE-2007-5617, you should upgrade to VMware Player version 1.0.5 or 2.0.1, or VMware Workstation version 5.5.5 or 6.0.1 and later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2007-5617?
CVE-2007-5617 affects VMware Player versions before 1.0.5 and 2.0.1, as well as VMware Workstation versions before 5.5.5 and 6.0.1.
What types of vulnerabilities are associated with CVE-2007-5617?
CVE-2007-5617 is associated with vulnerabilities related to launching untrusted virtual machine images.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2007-5617?
There are no documented workarounds for CVE-2007-5617, and upgrading to a fixed version is recommended.