CVE-2021-22016: XSS
First published: Thu Sep 23 2021(Updated: )
The vCenter Server contains a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability due to a lack of input sanitization. An attacker may exploit this issue to execute malicious scripts by tricking a victim into clicking a malicious link.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Cloud Foundation | >=3.0<5.0 | |
| VMware vCenter Server | =6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22016?
CVE-2021-22016 is a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability in vCenter Server.
How does CVE-2021-22016 affect VMware vCenter Server?
CVE-2021-22016 affects VMware vCenter Server 6.7.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-22016?
The severity of CVE-2021-22016 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.
How can CVE-2021-22016 be exploited?
CVE-2021-22016 can be exploited by tricking a victim into clicking a malicious link.
Is there a fix for CVE-2021-22016?
Yes, VMware has released a security advisory (VMSA-2021-0020) that includes fixes and mitigations for CVE-2021-22016.
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