CVE-2012-1508
UnknownEPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2012-1508 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The XPDM display driver in VMware ESXi 4.0, 4.1, and 5.0; VMware ESX 4.0 and 4.1; and VMware View before 4.6.1 allows guest OS users to gain guest OS privileges or cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The XPDM display driver in VMware ESXi 4.0, 4.1, and 5.0; VMware ESX 4.0 and 4.1; and VMware View before 4.6.1 allows guest OS users to gain guest OS privileges or cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via unspecified vectors.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Esx | 4.0 |
| Vmware | Esx | 4.1 |
| Vmware | View | <= 4.6.0 |
| Vmware | Esxi | 4.0 |
| Vmware | Esxi | 4.1 |
| Vmware | Esxi | 5.0 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-1508?
The XPDM display driver in VMware ESXi 4.0, 4.1, and 5.0; VMware ESX 4.0 and 4.1; and VMware View before 4.6.1 allows guest OS users to gain guest OS privileges or cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2012-1508?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-1508 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1508?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2012-1508?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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