CVE-2024-22268: High severity vmware workstation and esxi vulnerability
VMware Workstation and Fusion contain a heap buffer-overflow vulnerability in the Shader functionality. A malicious actor with non-administrative access to a virtual machine with 3D graphics enabled may be able to exploit this vulnerability to create a denial of service condition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-22268?
CVE-2024-22268 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service condition.
How do I fix CVE-2024-22268?
To mitigate CVE-2024-22268, users should update to the latest version of VMware Workstation or Fusion that addresses this security flaw.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-22268?
CVE-2024-22268 affects users of VMware Workstation and VMware Fusion with 3D graphics enabled.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-22268?
CVE-2024-22268 is a heap buffer-overflow vulnerability found in the shader functionality of VMware products.
Can CVE-2024-22268 be exploited by non-administrative users?
Yes, a malicious actor with non-administrative access to a virtual machine can exploit CVE-2024-22268.