CVE-2016-7463: XSS
First published: Thu Dec 29 2016(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Host Client in VMware vSphere Hypervisor (aka ESXi) 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted VM.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware ESXi | =5.5 | |
| VMware ESXi | =6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7463?
CVE-2016-7463 is classified as a medium severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-7463?
Users of VMware vSphere Hypervisor (ESXi) versions 5.5 and 6.0 are affected by CVE-2016-7463.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7463?
To address CVE-2016-7463, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by VMware for ESXi versions 5.5 and 6.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2016-7463 enable?
CVE-2016-7463 enables remote authenticated users to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks by injecting arbitrary web scripts or HTML.
Can CVE-2016-7463 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7463 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users due to its XSS nature.
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