CVE-2012-5458
UnknownEPSS 0.70%
Last modified
CVE-2012-5458 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VMware Workstation 8.x before 8.0.5 and VMware Player 4.x before 4.0.5 on Windows use weak permissions for unspecified process threads, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 0.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
VMware Workstation 8.x before 8.0.5 and VMware Player 4.x before 4.0.5 on Windows use weak permissions for unspecified process threads, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via a crafted application.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Player | 4.0 |
| Vmware | Player | 4.0.0.18997 |
| Vmware | Player | 4.0.1 |
| Vmware | Player | 4.0.2 |
| Vmware | Player | 4.0.3 |
| Vmware | Player | 4.0.4 |
| Vmware | Workstation | 8.0 |
| Vmware | Workstation | 8.0.0.18997 |
| Vmware | Workstation | 8.0.1 |
| Vmware | Workstation | 8.0.1.27038 |
| Vmware | Workstation | 8.0.2 |
| Vmware | Workstation | 8.0.3 |
| Vmware | Workstation | 8.0.4 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-5458?
VMware Workstation 8.x before 8.0.5 and VMware Player 4.x before 4.0.5 on Windows use weak permissions for unspecified process threads, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2012-5458?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5458 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5458?
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-2012-5458?
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