Vmware-workstation---17.6.0-24238078.x86-64.bundle (2026)
In the ever-evolving landscape of desktop virtualization, VMware Workstation remains a gold standard for professionals who need to run multiple operating systems natively on a single Linux or Windows machine. With the release of version 17.6.0 , build number 24238078 , VMware has introduced critical performance improvements, security patches, and updated kernel support for the latest Linux distributions.
sudo vmware-installer -l # List products sudo vmware-installer -u vmware-workstation Or directly: VMware-Workstation---17.6.0-24238078.x86-64.bundle
After installation, explore VMware’s remote console, vmrun command-line tool, and the virtual network editor ( vmware-netcfg ) to fully leverage Workstation Pro 17.6.0. Have questions about this specific bundle? Check VMware Community forums under “Workstation 17.6.0 (build 24238078)” or run vmware –help in your terminal. Have questions about this specific bundle
sudo ./VMware-Workstation---17.6.0-24238078.x86_64.bundle --ignore-errors --required --console --eulas-agreed --set-setting vmware-workstation serialNumber SKIP After installation, the first launch triggers module compilation: build number 24238078
| Feature | Improvement in 17.6.0 | |---------|------------------------| | Linux Kernel Support | Officially supports kernels up to 6.6.x | | Wayland Integration | Improved clipboard and drag-and-drop | | Vulkan Renderer | Enhanced 3D acceleration for DX11/OpenGL 4.3 | | Security Fixes | Patches for CVE-2024-3887 (host privilege escalation) | | Windows 11 24H2 | Seamless guest OS support |