Vmware Workstation Pro V17.6.1 Build 24319023 -... May 2026

Once your VM OS is installed and booted:

v17.6.1 (Build 24319023) is a focused maintenance release that strengthens stability, compatibility, and security for Workstation Pro users. For most users who rely on the platform daily—developers, QA, and labs—the update is worth testing and deploying, especially if you encounter related issues or run newer OS builds. Proceed with standard upgrade safeguards (backups, pilot testing) to avoid surprises. VMware Workstation Pro v17.6.1 Build 24319023 -...

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. Once your VM OS is installed and booted:

Whether you are a developer testing cross-platform code or a sysadmin managing sandbox environments, here is what you need to know about the latest update. The biggest invisible fix

Linux users rejoice. The vmmon and vmnet modules failed to compile on kernels beyond 6.8. Build 24319023 includes updated source code that patches cleanly against kernel 6.10.8.

The biggest invisible fix. Earlier versions of Workstation 17 had trouble with the latest Windows 11 24H2 update (specifically with VBS – Virtualization-Based Security). Build 24319023 includes optimized Hyper-V emulation, allowing nested virtualization to run smoother on hosts that have Core Isolation or Memory Integrity enabled.

Date: April 19, 2026
Category: Virtualization / Software Review
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