CVE-2020-3993
First published: Tue Oct 20 2020(Updated: )
VMware NSX-T (3.x before 3.0.2, 2.5.x before 2.5.2.2.0) contains a security vulnerability that exists in the way it allows a KVM host to download and install packages from NSX manager. A malicious actor with MITM positioning may be able to exploit this issue to compromise the transport node.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Cloud Foundation | >=3.0<3.10.1.1 | |
| VMware Cloud Foundation | >=4.0<4.1 | |
| Vmware Nsx-t Data Center | >=2.5.0<2.5.2.2.0 | |
| Vmware Nsx-t Data Center | >=3.0.0<3.0.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-3993?
CVE-2020-3993 is a security vulnerability in VMware NSX-T that allows a malicious actor with MITM positioning to compromise the transport node.
How does CVE-2020-3993 affect VMware NSX-T?
CVE-2020-3993 affects VMware NSX-T by allowing a KVM host to download and install packages from NSX manager, which can be exploited by an attacker with MITM positioning.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-3993?
CVE-2020-3993 has a severity rating of medium (5.9).
Which versions of VMware NSX-T are affected by CVE-2020-3993?
VMware NSX-T versions 3.x before 3.0.2 and 2.5.x before 2.5.2.2.0 are affected by CVE-2020-3993.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-3993?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-3993 on the VMware security advisories page: https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2020-0023.html
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