CVE-2013-5972

CVE-2013-5972 is a high-severity vulnerability in Vmware Workstation with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Description

VMware Workstation 9.x before 9.0.3 and VMware Player 5.x before 5.0.3 on Linux do not properly handle shared libraries, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-5972?
VMware Workstation 9.x before 9.0.3 and VMware Player 5.x before 5.0.3 on Linux do not properly handle shared libraries, which allows host OS users to gain host OS privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2013-5972?
CVE-2013-5972 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-5972 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-5972?
CVE-2013-5972 primarily affects Vmware Workstation. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5972?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2013-5972 published?
CVE-2013-5972 was published on 2013-11-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

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