Technically, Mercedes-Benz software is proprietary. If you own a legitimate WIS DVD set (e.g., from a dealership closing sale), you are legally allowed to run it in any environment, including a VM. Downloading a cracked pre-built VM from a torrent site is copyright infringement.
A virtual machine is a software emulation of a physical computer or system, allowing multiple operating systems and applications to run on a single physical host. In the context of Mercedes-Benz, a virtual machine refers to a simulated environment that mimics the behavior of various vehicle systems, such as powertrains, chassis, and electronics. mercedes wis virtual machine