CVE-2008-3695

Unspecified vulnerability in a certain ActiveX control in VMware Workstation 5.5.x before 5.5.8 build 108000, VMware Workstation 6.0.x before 6.0.5 build…

published September 3, 2008

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A shadowy vulnerability lurks within VMware's ActiveX controls. While it's somewhat elusive, it could be your gateway to an unexpected surprise! 😮 Think of it like an unmarked package arriving at your doorstep. You have no idea what’s inside, but if it’s potentially problematic, it could disrupt everything! 🚚 Without a clear understanding of the impact, this vulnerability could serve as an open door for remote attackers. They might exploit it to gain unauthorized access or execute unforeseen actions, leading to possible chaos in your virtual environments!

Put simply

Think of it like an unmarked package arriving at your doorstep. You have no idea what’s inside, but if it’s potentially problematic, it could disrupt everything! 🚚 This unspecified vulnerability affects various builds of VMware Workstation, Player, ACE, and Server products. The details of the exploit are unknown, making it tricky to assess the specific risks involved.

What to do

Without a clear understanding of the impact, this vulnerability could serve as an open door for remote attackers. They might exploit it to gain unauthorized access or execute unforeseen actions, leading to possible chaos in your virtual environments! To protect yourself, ensure you're running the latest versions of VMware products. Update to VMware Workstation 5.5.8, 6.0.5, Player 1.0.8, 2.0.5, ACE 1.0.7, and 2.0.5 or any equivalent later versions. Ignoring updates could leave you exposed! You've got this! Stay ahead of the game and keep your VMware environment secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03560 · 89.2th percentile
Published
2008-09-03T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 03 SEP 14:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in a certain ActiveX control in VMware Workstation 5.5.x before 5.5.8 build 108000, VMware Workstation 6.0.x before 6.0.5 build…
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