CVE-2010-1142: High severity VMware Workstation vulnerability
VMware Tools in VMware Workstation 6.5.x before 6.5.4 build 246459; VMware Player 2.5.x before 2.5.4 build 246459; VMware ACE 2.5.x before 2.5.4 build 246459; VMware Server 2.x before 2.0.2 build 203138; VMware Fusion 2.x before 2.0.6 build 246742; VMware ESXi 3.5 and 4.0; and VMware ESX 2.5.5, 3.0.3, 3.5, and 4.0 does not properly load VMware programs, which might allow Windows guest OS users to gain privileges by placing a Trojan horse program at an unspecified location on the guest OS disk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1142?
CVE-2010-1142 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to potential privilege escalation risks.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1142?
To remedy CVE-2010-1142, upgrade VMware Tools to version 6.5.4 or later for affected VMware products.
Which VMware products are affected by CVE-2010-1142?
CVE-2010-1142 affects VMware Workstation, VMware Player, VMware ACE, VMware Server, VMware Fusion, and VMware ESXi versions prior to specified patches.
What is the impact of CVE-2010-1142?
The impact of CVE-2010-1142 is primarily privilege escalation, potentially allowing unauthorized users to gain administrative access.
When was CVE-2010-1142 discovered?
CVE-2010-1142 was disclosed in April 2010, involving multiple vulnerabilities in VMware products.