CVE-2015-5191: VMware VMware Tools vulnerability

CVE-2015-5191: VMware Tools prior to 10.0.9 contains multiple file system races in libDeployPkg, related to the use of har...

VMware Tools prior to 10.0.9 contains multiple file system races in libDeployPkg, related to the use of hard-coded paths under /tmp. Successful exploitation of this issue may result in a local privilege escalation. CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 17:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This vulnerability affects VMware Tools before 10.0.9. It involves race conditions in libDeployPkg using predictable paths under /tmp. If exploited by a local low-privileged user, it could elevate privileges inside the guest system and compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Exposure is likely limited to guest systems running VMware Tools prior to 10.0.9, especially systems that allow local shell access, shared administrative use, or untrusted interactive users. Network-only exposure is not indicated by the source bundle. Treat this as a targeted remediation item, not an emergency internet-exposed issue. It matters where local user access exists because successful exploitation can turn limited guest access into higher privileges. Mitigation focus: Upgrade VMware Tools to 10.0.9 or later where affected versions are present.; Review VMware VMSA-2017-0013 for vendor-approved remediation guidance.; Prioritize shared, multi-user, and externally administered guest systems..

Prepared: Jun 12, 2026, 22:05 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 28, 2017, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0013.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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