CVE-2022-21793: Medium severity vmware ixgben vulnerability
Insufficient control flow management in the Intel(R) Ethernet 500 Series Controller drivers for VMWare before version 1.11.4.0 and in the Intel(R) Ethernet 700 Series Controller drivers for VMWare before version 2.1.5.0 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable a denial of service via local access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-21793?
CVE-2022-21793 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-21793?
To fix CVE-2022-21793, update the Intel Ethernet 500 Series Controller drivers for VMware to version 1.11.4.0 or later, and the Intel Ethernet 700 Series Controller drivers for VMware to version 2.1.5.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-21793?
CVE-2022-21793 affects users of VMware systems utilizing Intel Ethernet 500 and 700 Series Controller drivers prior to the specified versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-21793?
CVE-2022-21793 is an insufficient control flow management vulnerability.
Can CVE-2022-21793 lead to a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2022-21793 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable a denial of service.