CVE-2006-5990: Input Validation
First published: Tue Nov 21 2006(Updated: )
VMWare VirtualCenter client 2.x before 2.0.1 Patch 1 (Build 33643) and 1.4.x before 1.4.1 Patch 1 (Build 33425), when server certificate verification is enabled, does not verify the server's X.509 certificate when creating an SSL session, which allows remote malicious servers to spoof valid servers via a man-in-the-middle attack.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware vCenter | =2.0.1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =1.4.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.vmware.com/download/vi/vc-201-200611-patch.html
- http://kb.vmware.com/kb/4646606
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21231
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017270
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23053
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4655
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30477
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/452275/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5990?
CVE-2006-5990 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5990?
To fix CVE-2006-5990, upgrade to VMware VirtualCenter 2.0.1 Patch 1 or 1.4.1 Patch 1.
What are the affected versions in CVE-2006-5990?
The affected versions in CVE-2006-5990 include VMware VirtualCenter 2.0.1 before Patch 1 and 1.4.1 before Patch 1.
Can CVE-2006-5990 lead to man-in-the-middle attacks?
Yes, CVE-2006-5990 allows remote malicious servers to potentially spoof valid servers, facilitating man-in-the-middle attacks.
Is server certificate verification important in CVE-2006-5990?
Yes, server certificate verification is crucial to ensure that the connection is made to a legitimate server, which CVE-2006-5990 fails to enforce.
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