SB2025051234 - Insecure file handling in VMware Tools
Published: May 12, 2025
Security Bulletin ID
SB2025051234
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Local access
Highest impact
Denial of service
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Input validation error (CVE-ID: CVE-2025-22247)
The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass certain security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to insecure file handling. A local user can tamper with local files to trigger insecure file operations within that VM.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.