CVE-2008-4281: Path Traversal
First published: Mon Nov 10 2008(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in VMWare ESXi 3.5 before ESXe350-200810401-O-UG and ESX 3.5 before ESX350-200810201-UG allows administrators with the Datastore.FileManagement privilege to gain privileges via unknown vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware ESXi | <=3.5 | |
| VMware ESX | <=3.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021155
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32172
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32624
- http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2008/000042.html
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2008-0018.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3052
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46418
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6425
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/498138/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4281?
CVE-2008-4281 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4281?
To fix CVE-2008-4281, upgrade VMware ESXi to version ESXe350-200810401-O-UG or later, and ESX to version ESX350-200810201-UG or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-4281?
CVE-2008-4281 affects VMware ESXi 3.5 and VMware ESX 3.5 before the specified updates.
Who can exploit CVE-2008-4281?
Administrators with the Datastore.FileManagement privilege can exploit CVE-2008-4281.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-4281?
CVE-2008-4281 is a directory traversal vulnerability.
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