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Advisory Published

ZDI-20-782: VMware Workstation Shader Bytecode Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of VMware Workstation. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target guest system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of shader bytecode. By manipulating a document's elements, an attacker can trigger a read past the end of an allocated array. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the hypervisor.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
VMware Workstation

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-20-782?

    The severity of ZDI-20-782 is considered high due to the potential for local attackers to disclose sensitive information.

  • How do I fix ZDI-20-782?

    To fix ZDI-20-782, you should apply the latest patches provided by VMware for Workstation.

  • What types of systems are affected by ZDI-20-782?

    ZDI-20-782 affects installations of VMware Workstation that have not been updated with the latest security patches.

  • Who can exploit the vulnerability ZDI-20-782?

    Local attackers with the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target guest system can exploit ZDI-20-782.

  • What kind of information can be disclosed due to ZDI-20-782?

    ZDI-20-782 allows local attackers to potentially disclose sensitive information from the affected installations.

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