CVE-2019-5526
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Summary
VMware Workstation (15.x before 15.1.0) contains a DLL hijacking issue because some DLL files are improperly loaded by the application. Successful exploitation of this issue may allow attackers with normal user privileges to escalate their privileges to administrator on a windows host where Workstation is installed.
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Version Range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | VMware Workstation | VMware Workstation (15.x before 15.1.0) | affected |
Weaknesses
- DLL hijacking vulnerability
ADP Enrichment
CVE Program Container
Additional References
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2019-0007.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108333
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/152946/VMware-Workstation-DLL-Hijacking.html
References
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2019-0007.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/108333
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/152946/VMware-Workstation-DLL-Hijacking.html
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