CVE-2013-5970: Input Validation
Published Oct 21, 2013
·Updated
hostd-vmdb in VMware ESXi 4.0 through 5.0 and ESX 4.0 through 4.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hostd-vmdb service outage) by modifying management traffic.
Affected Software
5 affected components
VMware ESX=4.0
VMware ESX=4.1
VMware ESXi=4.0
VMware ESXi=4.1
VMware ESXi=5.0
Event History
Oct 21, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2013-5970?
CVE-2013-5970 has a severity rating that indicates it can potentially cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2013-5970?
To fix CVE-2013-5970, you should upgrade your VMware ESXi or ESX software to the latest available version.
3
What versions are affected by CVE-2013-5970?
CVE-2013-5970 affects VMware ESXi 4.0, 4.1, and 5.0 as well as VMware ESX 4.0 and 4.1.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2013-5970 enable?
CVE-2013-5970 allows remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack on the hostd-vmdb service.
5
Is CVE-2013-5970 easy to exploit?
Yes, CVE-2013-5970 can be exploited remotely, making it a significant threat to affected systems.