CVE-2016-2076
First published: Fri Apr 15 2016(Updated: )
Client Integration Plugin (CIP) in VMware vCenter Server 5.5 U3a, U3b, and U3c and 6.0 before U2; vCloud Director 5.5.5; and vRealize Automation Identity Appliance 6.2.4 before 6.2.4.1 mishandles session content, which allows remote attackers to hijack sessions via a crafted web site.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware vCenter | <=6.0 | |
| VMware vCenter | =5.5-3a | |
| VMware vCenter | =5.5-3b | |
| VMware vCenter | =5.5-u3c | |
| VMware vCloud Automation Identity Appliance | =6.2.4 | |
| VMware vCloud Director | =5.5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2076?
CVE-2016-2076 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing remote session hijacking.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2076?
To mitigate CVE-2016-2076, users should upgrade VMware vCenter Server, vCloud Director, and vRealize Automation Identity Appliance to the latest patched versions.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-2076?
CVE-2016-2076 affects VMware vCenter Server versions 5.5 U3a, U3b, and U3c, vCloud Director 5.5.5, and vRealize Automation Identity Appliance 6.2.4 before 6.2.4.1.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2016-2076?
CVE-2016-2076 can be exploited through crafted websites that facilitate session hijacking of affected VMware products.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-2076?
Currently, applying the available patches is the recommended approach to address CVE-2016-2076, as there are no known effective workarounds.
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