CVE-2017-4946
UnknownEPSS 0.50%
Last modified
CVE-2017-4946 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The VMware V4H and V4PA desktop agents (6.x before 6.5.1) contain a privilege escalation vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this issue could result in a low privileged windows user escalating their privileges to SYSTEM.. EPSS estimates a 0.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The VMware V4H and V4PA desktop agents (6.x before 6.5.1) contain a privilege escalation vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this issue could result in a low privileged windows user escalating their privileges to SYSTEM.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Vrealize Operations For Horizon | >= 6.0, < 6.5.1 |
| Vmware | Vrealize Operations For Published Applications | >= 6.1.0, < 6.5.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102441Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040136Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/us/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0003.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102441Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040136Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/us/security/advisories/VMSA-2018-0003.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-4946?
The VMware V4H and V4PA desktop agents (6.x before 6.5.1) contain a privilege escalation vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this issue could result in a low privileged windows user escalating their privileges to SYSTEM.
How severe is CVE-2017-4946?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-4946 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-4946?
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-2017-4946?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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