CVE-2010-1138: Infoleak
First published: Mon Apr 12 2010(Updated: )
The virtual networking stack in VMware Workstation 7.0 before 7.0.1 build 227600, VMware Workstation 6.5.x before 6.5.4 build 246459 on Windows, VMware Player 3.0 before 3.0.1 build 227600, VMware Player 2.5.x before 2.5.4 build 246459 on Windows, VMware ACE 2.6 before 2.6.1 build 227600 and 2.5.x before 2.5.4 build 246459, VMware Server 2.x, and VMware Fusion 3.0 before 3.0.1 build 232708 and 2.x before 2.0.7 build 246742 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from memory on the host OS by examining received network packets, related to interaction between the guest OS and the host vmware-vmx process.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =7.0 | |
| VMware Player | =3.0 | |
| VMware ACE | =2.5.2 | |
| VMware ACE | =2.5.1 | |
| VMware ACE | =2.6 | |
| VMware ACE | =2.5.3 | |
| VMware ACE | =2.5.0 | |
| VMware Server | =2.0.0 | |
| VMware Server | =2.0.1 | |
| VMware Server | =2.0.2 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =2.0.1 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =2.0.2 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =2.0.5 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =2.0 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =2.0.4 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =3.0 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =2.0.6 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =2.0.3 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =6.5.0 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =6.5.1 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =6.5.2 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =6.5.3 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| VMware Player | =2.5 | |
| VMware Player | =2.5.1 | |
| VMware Player | =2.5.2 | |
| VMware Player | =2.5.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39215
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39203
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2010-04/0121.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39206
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2010-04/0077.html
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2010/000090.html
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2010-0007.html
- http://osvdb.org/63607
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1023836
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39395
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201209-25.xml
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1138?
CVE-2010-1138 is considered critical due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to virtual machine environments.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1138?
To fix CVE-2010-1138, upgrade to the latest version of VMware Workstation, Player, or ACE that addresses the vulnerability.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2010-1138?
CVE-2010-1138 affects VMware Workstation 7.0 and 6.5.x, VMware Player 3.0 and 2.5.x, and VMware ACE versions prior to their respective updates.
What impact does CVE-2010-1138 have on VMware products?
CVE-2010-1138 can impact the integrity of virtual machines, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized control over them.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2010-1138?
There are no officially recommended workarounds for CVE-2010-1138; patching is the advised solution.
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