Vulnerability identifier: #VU66487
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-691
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Ethernet 500 Series Controller drivers for VMware
Hardware solutions /
Drivers
Ethernet 700 Series Controller drivers for VMWare
Hardware solutions /
Drivers
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient control flow management. A local user can cause a denial of service condition on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-00650.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.