CVE-2012-1510: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Mar 16 2012(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the WDDM display driver in VMware ESXi 4.0, 4.1, and 5.0; VMware ESX 4.0 and 4.1; and VMware View before 4.6.1 allows guest OS users to gain guest OS privileges via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware ESX | =4.0 | |
| VMware ESX | =4.1 | |
| VMware View | <=4.6.0 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.0 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.1 | |
| VMware ESXi | =5.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-03/0071.html
- http://osvdb.org/80117
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48378
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48379
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/52524
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026814
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1026818
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2012-0004.html
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2012-0005.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/74097
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A17258
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1510?
CVE-2012-1510 has a high severity as it allows guest OS users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1510?
To remediate CVE-2012-1510, update to the latest version of VMware ESXi or VMware View that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2012-1510?
CVE-2012-1510 affects VMware ESXi versions 4.0, 4.1, 5.0, and VMware View versions prior to 4.6.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-1510?
CVE-2012-1510 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2012-1510 have on security?
CVE-2012-1510 can lead to unauthorized elevation of privileges for users within guest operating systems.
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