CVE-2016-2078: XSS
First published: Wed Jun 08 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Web Client in VMware vCenter Server 5.1 before update 3d, 5.5 before update 3d, and 6.0 before update 2 on Windows allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the flashvars parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| VMware vCenter | =5.1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =5.5 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.0 | |
| VMware vCenter | =5.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://hyp3rlinx.altervista.org/advisories/VMWARE-VSPHERE-FLASH-XSS.txt
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/137189/VMWare-vSphere-Web-Client-6.0-Cross-Site-Scripting.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/538484/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035961
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2016-0006.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-2078?
CVE-2016-2078 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation via cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2078?
To mitigate CVE-2016-2078, upgrade VMware vCenter Server to version 5.1 update 3d, 5.5 update 3d, or 6.0 update 2 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2016-2078?
CVE-2016-2078 affects VMware vCenter Server versions 5.1, 5.5, and 6.0 prior to their respective updates.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-2078?
CVE-2016-2078 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability allowing remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
Is CVE-2016-2078 critical for my VMware environment?
Yes, CVE-2016-2078 poses a critical risk to your VMware environment if not properly addressed and mitigated.
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