CVE-2008-4278: Infoleak
First published: Mon Oct 06 2008(Updated: )
VMware VirtualCenter 2.5 before Update 3 build 119838 on Windows displays a user's password in cleartext when the password contains unspecified special characters, which allows physically proximate attackers to steal the password.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Virtual Infrastructure Client | ||
| VMware vCenter | <=2.5 | |
| VMware vCenter | =1.4.1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =2.0-unknown | |
| VMware vCenter | =2.0.1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =2.0.2 | |
| VMware vCenter | =2.0.2-update_2 | |
| VMware vCenter | =2.0.2-update_3 | |
| VMware vCenter | =2.0.2-update_4 | |
| VMware vCenter | =2.5 | |
| VMware vCenter | =2.5-update_1 | |
| Microsoft Windows |
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Reference Links
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2008-0016.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32180
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32179
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31569
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=122331139823057&w=2
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020992
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2740
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45664
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497041/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4278?
CVE-2008-4278 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability as it exposes user passwords in cleartext.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4278?
To resolve CVE-2008-4278, it is recommended to upgrade VMware VirtualCenter to Update 3 or later.
Which versions of VMware are affected by CVE-2008-4278?
CVE-2008-4278 affects VMware VirtualCenter 2.5 prior to Update 3.
Can physical access to the system exploit CVE-2008-4278?
Yes, CVE-2008-4278 can be exploited by attackers with physical access to the system.
What impact does CVE-2008-4278 have on user security?
CVE-2008-4278 allows attackers to view passwords, potentially compromising user accounts and overall system security.
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