CVE-2013-3519
First published: Wed Dec 04 2013(Updated: )
lgtosync.sys in VMware Workstation 9.x before 9.0.3, VMware Player 5.x before 5.0.3, VMware Fusion 5.x before 5.0.4, VMware ESXi 4.0 through 5.1, and VMware ESX 4.0 and 4.1, when a 32-bit Windows guest OS is used, allows guest OS users to gain guest OS privileges via an application that performs a crafted memory allocation.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware ESXi | =4.0 | |
| VMware ESXi | =4.1 | |
| VMware ESXi | =5.0 | |
| VMware ESXi | =5.1 | |
| VMware Workstation | =9.0 | |
| VMware Workstation | =9.0.1 | |
| VMware Workstation | =9.0.2 | |
| VMware ESX | =4.0 | |
| VMware ESX | =4.1 | |
| VMware Player | =5.0 | |
| VMware Player | =5.0.1 | |
| VMware Player | =5.0.2 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =5.0 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =5.0.1 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =5.0.2 | |
| VMware Fusion Pro | =5.0.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3519?
CVE-2013-3519 has a severity rating of Medium, as it allows unprivileged users to gain privileges on the guest OS.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3519?
To fix CVE-2013-3519, update your VMware software to versions 9.0.3, 5.0.3, 5.0.4, or later for affected products.
Which VMware products are affected by CVE-2013-3519?
CVE-2013-3519 affects VMware Workstation 9.x and earlier, VMware Player 5.x and earlier, VMware Fusion 5.x and earlier, and several versions of VMware ESXi and ESX.
Can CVE-2013-3519 be exploited in a 64-bit guest OS?
No, CVE-2013-3519 specifically impacts 32-bit Windows guest OS environments.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-3519 categorized as?
CVE-2013-3519 is categorized as a privilege escalation vulnerability.
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