Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old VMware management-plane flaw. A remote server could potentially make affected VMware management components crash or run arbitrary code because the management authentication protocol was implemented incorrectly. The source bundle does not provide technical vectors, CVSS scoring, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely in legacy VMware environments still running the versions named in the CVE description, especially where management services or clients interact with untrusted or compromised servers. Prioritize remediation if any listed legacy VMware products remain in use. The business risk is high because virtualization management compromise can affect many dependent systems, but urgency depends on whether these old versions still exist. Mitigation focus: Check VMware VMSA-2013-0001 for product-specific fixed builds and guidance.; Upgrade vCenter Server 4.0 to Update 4b or later where applicable.; Upgrade vCenter Server and vSphere Client 4.1 to Update 3a or later where applicable..
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- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
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