CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-6325: Infoleak

First published: Fri Dec 21 2012(Updated: )

VMware vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA) 5.0 before Update 2 does not properly parse XML documents, which allows remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files via unspecified vectors.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
VMware vCenter Server Appliance<=5.0
VMware vCenter Server Appliance=5.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-6325?

    CVE-2012-6325 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to allow remote authenticated users to read arbitrary files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-6325?

    To fix CVE-2012-6325, update VMware vCenter Server Appliance to version 5.0 Update 2 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2012-6325?

    CVE-2012-6325 affects users of VMware vCenter Server Appliance versions up to and including 5.0 before Update 2.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-6325?

    CVE-2012-6325 is an XML parsing vulnerability that allows unauthorized file access.

  • Can CVE-2012-6325 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2012-6325 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users.

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