CVE-2020-3998
First published: Fri Oct 23 2020(Updated: )
VMware Horizon Client for Windows (5.x prior to 5.5.0) contains an information disclosure vulnerability. A malicious attacker with local privileges on the machine where Horizon Client for Windows is installed may be able to retrieve hashed credentials if the client crashes.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware Horizon Client | >=5.0.0<5.5.0 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-3998?
The severity of CVE-2020-3998 is medium with a severity value of 6.5.
What is the affected software for CVE-2020-3998?
The affected software for CVE-2020-3998 is VMware Horizon Client for Windows (5.x prior to 5.5.0).
How can a malicious attacker exploit CVE-2020-3998?
A malicious attacker with local privileges on the machine where Horizon Client for Windows is installed may be able to retrieve hashed credentials if the client crashes.
How can I fix CVE-2020-3998?
To fix CVE-2020-3998, update VMware Horizon Client for Windows to version 5.5.0 or newer.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-3998?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-3998 on the VMware Security Advisories page at https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2020-0024.html.
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