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CVE-2016-2077

UnknownEPSS 1.83%

Last modified

CVE-2016-2077 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VMware Workstation 11.x before 11.1.3 and VMware Player 7.x before 7.1.3 on Windows incorrectly access an executable file, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VMware Workstation 11.x before 11.1.3 and VMware Player 7.x before 7.1.3 on Windows incorrectly access an executable file, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.83%

76.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
VmwarePlayer7.0
VmwarePlayer7.1
VmwarePlayer7.1.1
VmwarePlayer7.1.2
VmwareWorkstation11.0
VmwareWorkstation11.1
VmwareWorkstation11.1.1
VmwareWorkstation11.1.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2077?
VMware Workstation 11.x before 11.1.3 and VMware Player 7.x before 7.1.3 on Windows incorrectly access an executable file, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2016-2077?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2077 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2077?
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.

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Source: NVD / NIST