Disclosure summary
VMware vCenter contains an improper check for dropped privileges vulnerability. This vulnerability could allow an attacker with network access to the vCenter Server to escalate privileges to root by sending a specially crafted packet.
CISA remediation guidance
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Original records & references
PUBLISHED 2024-11-20T00:00:00-05:00
MODIFIED 2024-11-20T00:00:00-05:00
INGESTED 2026-10-06T11:42:57-04:00