CVE-2016-7457: Critical severity vmware vrealize operations vulnerability
Published Dec 29, 2016
·Updated
VMware vRealize Operations (aka vROps) 6.x before 6.4.0 allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges, or halt and remove virtual machines, via unspecified vectors.
Affected Software
5 affected components
VMware vRealize Operations=6.0.0
VMware vRealize Operations=6.1.0
VMware vRealize Operations=6.2.0a
VMware vRealize Operations=6.2.1
VMware vRealize Operations=6.3.0
Event History
Dec 29, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:02 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:02 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7457?
CVE-2016-7457 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential impact on user privileges and virtual machine management.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-7457?
To fix CVE-2016-7457, upgrade to VMware vRealize Operations version 6.4.0 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2016-7457?
CVE-2016-7457 affects users of VMware vRealize Operations versions 6.0.0 through 6.3.0.
4
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2016-7457?
The potential consequences of CVE-2016-7457 include unauthorized privilege escalation and the ability to halt or remove virtual machines.
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What versions of VMware vRealize Operations are vulnerable to CVE-2016-7457?
The vulnerable versions for CVE-2016-7457 are 6.0.0, 6.1.0, 6.2.0a, 6.2.1, and 6.3.0.