CVE-2017-4926

Description

VMware vCenter Server (6.5 prior to 6.5 U1) contains a vulnerability that may allow for stored cross-site scripting (XSS). An attacker with VC user privileges can inject malicious java-scripts which will get executed when other VC users access the page.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.21%
Vendor Advisory vmware.com
Affected: VMware vCenter Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039364 vdb entry third party advisory
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0015.html patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100844 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-4926?
CVE-2017-4926 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-4926?
To fix CVE-2017-4926, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-4926 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-4926 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-4926?
CVE-2017-4926 affects VMware vCenter Server.
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