CVE-2022-36797: Medium severity vmware ixgben vulnerability
Protection mechanism failure in the Intel(R) Ethernet 500 Series Controller drivers for VMware before version 1.10.0.1 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable denial of service via local access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-36797?
CVE-2022-36797 has a severity rating that indicates a potential denial of service vulnerability due to a protection mechanism failure.
How do I fix CVE-2022-36797?
To fix CVE-2022-36797, update the Intel Ethernet 500 Series Controller drivers for VMware to version 1.10.0.1 or later.
Who is impacted by CVE-2022-36797?
Authenticated users with access to systems running affected versions of the Intel Ethernet 500 Series Controller drivers for VMware may be impacted by CVE-2022-36797.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-36797?
CVE-2022-36797 is classified as a protection mechanism failure vulnerability.
Can CVE-2022-36797 lead to any exploits?
Yes, CVE-2022-36797 may allow an authenticated user to potentially enable denial of service exploits via local access.