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CVE-2008-4278

UnknownEPSS 0.37%

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CVE-2008-4278 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VMware VirtualCenter 2.5 before Update 3 build 119838 on Windows displays a user's password in cleartext when the password contains unspecified special characters, which allows physically proximate attackers to steal the password.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VMware VirtualCenter 2.5 before Update 3 build 119838 on Windows displays a user's password in cleartext when the password contains unspecified special characters, which allows physically proximate attackers to steal the password.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.37%

28.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
VmwareVirtualcenter<= 2.5Update 2
VmwareVirtualcenter1.4.1—
VmwareVirtualcenter2.0.1—
VmwareVirtualcenter2.0.2—
VmwareVirtualcenter2.5—

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4278?
VMware VirtualCenter 2.5 before Update 3 build 119838 on Windows displays a user's password in cleartext when the password contains unspecified special characters, which allows physically proximate attackers to steal the password.
How severe is CVE-2008-4278?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4278 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4278?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST