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Family: Windows --> Category: infos
VMWare Remote Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary Checks for VMware version
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
Synopsis :
It is possible to execute code on the remote system.
Description :
According to its version number, the VMware program on the remote host
may allow a possible hacker to execute code on the system hosting the VMware
instance.
The vulnerability can be exploited by sending specially crafted FTP PORT
and EPRT requests.
To be exploitable, the VMware system must be configured to use NAT networking.
See also :
http://www.vmware.com/support/kb/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=2000
Solution :
Upgrade to :
- VMware Workstation 5.5.1 or higher
- VMware Workstation 4.5.2 or higher
- VMware Player 1.0.1 or higher
- VMware GSX Server 3.2.1 or higher
Threat Level:
Critical / CVSS Base Score : 10.0
(AV:R/AC:L/Au:NR/C:C/I:C/A:C/B:N)
Click HERE for more information and discussions on this network vulnerability scan.
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