CVE-2025-41228

VMware ESXi and vCenter Server Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability

Description

VMware ESXi and vCenter Server contain a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability due to improper input validation. A malicious actor with network access to the login page of certain ESXi host or vCenter Server URL paths may exploit this issue to steal cookies or redirect to malicious websites.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: VMware vCenter Server
Affected: VMware Cloud Foundation
Affected: VMware Telco Cloud Platform
Affected: VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure
Affected: VMware ESXi
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.broadcom.com/web/ecx/support-content-notification/-/external/content/SecurityAdvisories/0/25717

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-41228?
CVE-2025-41228 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-41228?
To fix CVE-2025-41228, 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-2025-41228 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-41228 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-2025-41228?
CVE-2025-41228 affects VMware vCenter Server, VMware Cloud Foundation, VMware Telco Cloud Platform, VMware Telco Cloud Infrastructure, VMware ESXi.
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