CVE-2019-5514

Name: CVE-2019-5514
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-04-01T21:30:43.86+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.48%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-5514 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VMware VMware Fusion (11.x before 11.0.3) contains a security vulnerability due to certain unauthenticated APIs accessible through a web socket. An attacker may exploit this issue by tricking the host user to execute a JavaScript to perform unauthorized functions on the guest machine where VMware Tools is installed. EPSS estimates a 3.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VMware VMware Fusion (11.x before 11.0.3) contains a security vulnerability due to certain unauthenticated APIs accessible through a web socket. An attacker may exploit this issue by tricking the host user to execute a JavaScript to perform unauthorized functions on the guest machine where VMware Tools is installed. This may further be exploited to execute commands on the guest machines.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.48%

87.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-306

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vmware	Fusion	>= 11.0.0, < 11.0.3

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/152290/VMware-Security-Advisory-2019-0005.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107637Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2019-0005.htmlVendor Advisory
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/152290/VMware-Security-Advisory-2019-0005.htmlThird Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/107637Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2019-0005.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Apr 1, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-5514?

How severe is CVE-2019-5514?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-5514 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-5514?

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