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CVE-2012-3569

HighPublished

Format string vulnerability in VMware OVF Tool 2.1 on Windows, as used in VMware Workstation 8.x before 8.0.5, VMware Player 4.x before 4.0.5, and other...

Published: Nov 14, 2012
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Feb 6, 2013

Primary CVSS

9.3/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

47.7%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 98.8%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Format string vulnerability in VMware OVF Tool 2.1 on Windows, as used in VMware Workstation 8.x before 8.0.5, VMware Player 4.x before 4.0.5, and other products, allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted OVF file.

Sources

VMware OVF Tools - Format String (Metasploit) (1)Exploit
Metasploit · windows · Feb 6, 2013
VMware OVF Tools - Format String (Metasploit) (2)Exploit
Metasploit · windows · Feb 12, 2013

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