CVE-2011-3868: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Oct 07 2011(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in VMware Workstation 7.x before 7.1.5, VMware Player 3.x before 3.1.5, VMware Fusion 3.1.x before 3.1.3, and VMware AMS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted UDF filesystem in an ISO image.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =7.1.3 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =7.0 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =7.0.1 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =7.1 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =7.1.1 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =7.1.4 | |
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | =7.1.2 | |
| VMware Player | =3.0.1 | |
| VMware Player | =3.0 | |
| VMware Player | =3.1.2 | |
| VMware Player | =3.1 | |
| VMware Player | =3.1.3 | |
| VMware Player | =3.1.1 | |
| VMware Player | =3.1.4 | |
| VMware Fusion | =3.1.2 | |
| VMware Fusion | =3.1 | |
| VMware Fusion | =3.1.1 | |
| VMware vRealize Operations Manager |
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Reference Links
- http://osvdb.org/76060
- http://secunia.com/advisories/46241
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201209-25.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/520005/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/49942
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026139
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2011-0011.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3868?
CVE-2011-3868 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3868?
To fix CVE-2011-3868, upgrade your VMware Workstation, Player, or Fusion to the latest versions that are not affected.
Which VMware products are affected by CVE-2011-3868?
CVE-2011-3868 affects VMware Workstation versions prior to 7.1.5, Player versions prior to 3.1.5, and Fusion versions prior to 3.1.3.
What can attackers do exploiting CVE-2011-3868?
Exploiting CVE-2011-3868 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malicious UDF filesystem in an ISO image.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2011-3868?
Yes, patches are available in the latest updates of VMware Workstation, Player, and Fusion that resolve CVE-2011-3868.
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