CVE-2020-3987
First published: Wed Sep 16 2020(Updated: )
VMware Workstation (15.x) and Horizon Client for Windows (5.x before 5.4.4) contain an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in Cortado ThinPrint component (EMR STRETCHDIBITS parser). A malicious actor with normal access to a virtual machine may be able to exploit these issues to create a partial denial-of-service condition or to leak memory from TPView process running on the system where Workstation or Horizon Client for Windows is installed.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware Horizon Client | >=5.0.0<5.4.4 | |
| VMware Workstation Player | >=15.0.0<16.0.0 | |
| VMware Workstation Pro | >=15.0.0<16.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this VMware Workstation and Horizon Client vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this VMware Workstation and Horizon Client vulnerability is CVE-2020-3987.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-3987?
The severity of CVE-2020-3987 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-3987?
VMware Horizon Client versions from 5.0.0 to 5.4.4, VMware Workstation Player versions from 15.0.0 to 16.0.0, and VMware Workstation Pro versions from 15.0.0 to 16.0.0 are affected by CVE-2020-3987.
What is the description of CVE-2020-3987?
CVE-2020-3987 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the Cortado ThinPrint component (EMR STRETCHDIBITS parser) of VMware Workstation and Horizon Client for Windows, which could allow a malicious actor with normal access to a virtual machine to create a partial denial-of-service condition.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-3987?
Yes, VMware has released a fix for CVE-2020-3987. It is recommended to update to VMware Workstation version 15.5.7, VMware Horizon Client version 5.4.4, VMware Workstation Player version 15.5.7, or VMware Workstation Pro version 15.5.7 to mitigate the vulnerability.
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