Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
This is a critical VMware vCenter Server flaw that could let an unauthenticated attacker with network reach to vCenter run code remotely. Because vCenter controls virtualization infrastructure, compromise can affect many dependent systems. CISA KEV listing means exploitation has been observed and remediation should be treated as urgent.
Executive priority
Treat this as an urgent infrastructure-risk item. vCenter compromise can create broad operational impact across virtualized workloads, and KEV status raises priority above routine patching. Leadership should ensure asset owners identify affected deployments, apply vendor guidance, and confirm management-plane isolation.
Technical view
CVE-2024-37079 is a heap-overflow vulnerability in vCenter Server's DCERPC implementation, classified as CWE-787. The CVSS 3.1 score is 9.8 with network attack vector, low complexity, no privileges, and no user interaction. Sources list VMware vCenter Server 7.0 and 8.0, plus VMware Cloud Foundation 4.x and 5.x exposure.
Likely exposure
Organizations running VMware vCenter Server 7.0 or 8.0, including deployments through VMware Cloud Foundation 4.x or 5.x, are the relevant exposure group. Risk is highest where vCenter management services are reachable from untrusted networks or broad internal segments.
Exploitation context
CISA lists CVE-2024-37079 in the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, so exploitation has been reported. The provided sources do not include exploit details, affected build numbers, or a proof-of-concept reference, and none should be assumed beyond the vendor and CISA records.
Researcher notes
The public bundle supports unauthenticated network RCE potential through a DCERPC heap overflow, but does not provide fixed build mapping or technical exploit indicators. Validation should stay version- and exposure-focused until Broadcom advisory details are reviewed in the affected environment.
Mitigation direction
- Review Broadcom's advisory for affected builds and vendor remediation guidance.
- Apply the vendor-provided vCenter or Cloud Foundation fixes where applicable.
- Restrict network access to vCenter management services to trusted administration paths.
- Prioritize exposed or internet-reachable vCenter instances first.
- Monitor Broadcom and CISA entries for updated guidance.
Validation and detection
- Inventory all vCenter Server and VMware Cloud Foundation deployments and versions.
- Compare installed builds against Broadcom's advisory, not just major versions.
- Confirm vCenter management interfaces are not reachable from untrusted networks.
- Review security tooling for detections referencing CVE-2024-37079.
- Track remediation evidence for CISA KEV-driven vulnerability management workflows.
Public sources used
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- Critical
- CVSS
- 9.8 (3.1)
- Known Exploited
- Yes
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H3.95.9Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 3.1 score
9.8CriticalVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://support.broadcom.com/web/ecx/support-content-notification/-/external/content/SecurityAdvisories/0/24453CVE reference
- https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2024-37079CVE reference · government-resource
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Out-of-bounds Write
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