SB2022010413 - Remote code execution in VMware ESXi 



SB2022010413 - Remote code execution in VMware ESXi

Published: January 4, 2022 Updated: February 15, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022010413
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Heap-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-22045)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error. A remote attacker with access to the guest OS with D-ROM device emulation can trigger heap-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the hypervisor.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.