CVE-2024-22252: Use-after-free vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 05 2024(Updated: )
VMware ESXi, Workstation, and Fusion contain a use-after-free vulnerability in the XHCI USB controller. A malicious actor with local administrative privileges on a virtual machine may exploit this issue to execute code as the virtual machine's VMX process running on the host. On ESXi, the exploitation is contained within the VMX sandbox whereas, on Workstation and Fusion, this may lead to code execution on the machine where Workstation or Fusion is installed.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware ESXi and Horizon DaaS | ||
| VMware Workstation and ESXi | ||
| VMware Fusion | ||
| >=17.0.0<17.5.1 | ||
| =7.0 | ||
| =7.0-update_1 | ||
| =7.0-update_1a | ||
| =7.0-update_1b | ||
| =7.0-update_1c | ||
| =7.0-update_1d | ||
| =7.0-update_1e | ||
| =7.0-update_2 | ||
| =7.0-update_2a | ||
| =7.0-update_2c | ||
| =7.0-update_2d | ||
| =7.0-update_2e | ||
| =7.0-update_3 | ||
| =7.0-update_3c | ||
| =7.0-update_3d | ||
| =7.0-update_3e | ||
| =7.0-update_3f | ||
| =7.0-update_3g | ||
| =7.0-update_3i | ||
| =7.0-update_3j | ||
| =7.0-update_3k | ||
| =7.0-update_3l | ||
| =7.0-update_3m | ||
| =7.0-update_3n | ||
| =7.0-update_3o | ||
| =7.0.0-b | ||
| =8.0 | ||
| =8.0-a | ||
| =8.0-b | ||
| =8.0-c | ||
| =8.0-update_1 | ||
| =8.0-update_1a | ||
| =8.0-update_1c | ||
| =8.0-update_2 | ||
| All of | ||
| >=13.0.0<13.5.1 | ||
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Reference Links
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2024-0006.html
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/vmware-fixes-critical-sandbox-escape-flaws-in-vmware-esxi-workstation-and-fusion/
- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/vmware-fixes-critical-sandbox-escape-flaws-in-esxi-workstation-and-fusion/
- https://www.theregister.com/2024/03/07/vmware_usb_critical_flaws/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-22252?
CVE-2024-22252 is considered critical as it allows potential code execution on the host system.
How do I fix CVE-2024-22252?
To fix CVE-2024-22252, update VMware ESXi, Workstation, or Fusion to the latest patched version.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-22252?
CVE-2024-22252 affects users of VMware ESXi, Workstation, and Fusion with local administrative privileges.
What causes CVE-2024-22252?
CVE-2024-22252 is caused by a use-after-free vulnerability in the XHCI USB controller.
Can CVE-2024-22252 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2024-22252 cannot be exploited remotely, as it requires local administrative access to the virtual machine.
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