Vmware Workstation Pro V17.6.1 Build 24319023 -... =link= Review

Release Spotlight: VMware Workstation Pro v17.6.1 (Build 24319023) Is Here

For virtualization enthusiasts and IT professionals, keeping your hypervisor up to date is crucial for stability and security. Broadcom has recently rolled out VMware Workstation Pro v17.6.1 Build 24319023, a maintenance release that continues the evolution of the industry-standard desktop virtualization software.

Who should upgrade

• Users experiencing the specific issues fixed in this build (crashes, USB/device passthrough problems, graphics glitches).
• Environments running newer host or guest OS versions that previously had compatibility problems.
• Security-conscious shops that apply patch updates regularly.
• If your current setup is stable and the fixes don’t address problems you face, consider waiting one more patch cycle to ensure no regressions.

Q: Does this build support nested virtualization? A: Yes. You can run Hyper-V inside a Windows guest, which then runs WSL2 inside that guest. Enable "Virtualize Intel VT-x/EPT." VMware Workstation Pro v17.6.1 Build 24319023 -...

2. USB Arbitrations Fixes

Users running Linux hosts (especially with kernel 6.8+) reported USB passthrough issues where devices would disconnect during VM suspend/resume. This build patches the vmware-usbarbitrator service. I’ve tested with a USB 3.0 flash drive and an external SSD; both reconnected reliably after suspension. Release Spotlight: VMware Workstation Pro v17