CVE-2016-7080: Null Pointer Dereference
The graphic acceleration functions in VMware Tools 9.x and 10.x before 10.0.9 on OS X allow local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2016-7079.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7080?
CVE-2016-7080 has a CVSS score that indicates it poses a significant risk due to possible privilege escalation and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7080?
You can mitigate CVE-2016-7080 by upgrading VMware Tools to version 10.0.9 or later.
Which versions of VMware Tools are affected by CVE-2016-7080?
CVE-2016-7080 affects VMware Tools versions 9.x and 10.x up to 10.0.8.
What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-7080 involve?
CVE-2016-7080 involves graphic acceleration functions that may allow local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-7080?
The best practice for mitigation of CVE-2016-7080 is to promptly update to the latest version of VMware Tools.