CVE-2005-3618: CSRF
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in the management interface for VMware ESX Server 2.0.x before 2.0.2 patch 1, 2.1.x before 2.1.3 patch 1, and 2.x before 2.5.3 patch 2 allows allows remote attackers to perform unauthorized actions as the administrator via URLs, as demonstrated using the setUsr operation to change a password. NOTE: this issue can be leveraged with CVE-2005-3619 to automatically perform the attacks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3618?
The severity of CVE-2005-3618 is considered high due to its potential for unauthorized administrative actions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-3618?
To fix CVE-2005-3618, update VMware ESX to version 2.0.2 patch 1, 2.1.3 patch 1, or 2.5.3 patch 2 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2005-3618?
CVE-2005-3618 affects VMware ESX versions 2.0.x before 2.0.2, 2.1.x before 2.1.3, and 2.x before 2.5.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-3618?
CVE-2005-3618 is a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
Can CVE-2005-3618 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2005-3618 can allow remote attackers to perform unauthorized actions as an administrator.