CVE-2017-4927

Description

VMware vCenter Server (6.5 prior to 6.5 U1 and 6.0 prior to 6.0 U3c) does not correctly handle specially crafted LDAP network packets which may allow for remote denial of service.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.42% Top 25%
Vendor Advisory vmware.com
Affected: VMware vCenter Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0017.html vendor advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039759 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101786 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-4927?
CVE-2017-4927 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-4927?
To fix CVE-2017-4927, 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-2017-4927 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2017-4927 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-4927?
CVE-2017-4927 affects VMware vCenter Server.
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