CVE-2021-21980
First published: Wed Nov 24 2021(Updated: )
The vSphere Web Client (FLEX/Flash) contains an unauthorized arbitrary file read vulnerability. A malicious actor with network access to port 443 on vCenter Server may exploit this issue to gain access to sensitive information.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware vCenter Server and Cloud Foundation | =3.0 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_1b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_1c | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_1d | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_1e | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_1g | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_2 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_2b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_2c | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_2d | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_2g | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_3 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_3d | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_3f | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_3k | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_3n | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_3p | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update_3q | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_1b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_2 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_2a | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_2c | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3a | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3f | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3g | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3j | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3l | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3m | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3n | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update_3o |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-21980?
CVE-2021-21980 has a critical severity rating due to the possibility of unauthorized arbitrary file read.
How do I fix CVE-2021-21980?
To fix CVE-2021-21980, it is recommended to apply the patches provided by VMware for affected versions of vCenter Server and Cloud Foundation.
What software is affected by CVE-2021-21980?
CVE-2021-21980 affects VMware vCenter Server 6.5 and 6.7, as well as VMware Cloud Foundation 3.0.
Can CVE-2021-21980 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-21980 can be exploited remotely by attackers with network access to port 443 on the vCenter Server.
What information can be accessed through the CVE-2021-21980 vulnerability?
Through CVE-2021-21980, an attacker can potentially gain access to sensitive information stored on the vCenter Server.
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