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CVE-2009-0518

UnknownEPSS 0.33%

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CVE-2009-0518 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VI Client in VMware VirtualCenter before 2.5 Update 4, VMware ESXi 3.5 before Update 4, and VMware ESX 3.5 before Update 4 retains the VirtualCenter Server password in process memory, which might allow local users to obtain this password.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VI Client in VMware VirtualCenter before 2.5 Update 4, VMware ESXi 3.5 before Update 4, and VMware ESX 3.5 before Update 4 retains the VirtualCenter Server password in process memory, which might allow local users to obtain this password.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.33%

25.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
VmwareVmware Esx3.5
VmwareVmware Esxi3.5
VmwareVmware Virtualcenter1.1
VmwareVmware Virtualcenter1.2
VmwareVmware Virtualcenter1.3
VmwareVmware Virtualcenter1.3.1
VmwareVmware Virtualcenter1.4
VmwareVmware Virtualcenter1.4.1

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-0518?
VI Client in VMware VirtualCenter before 2.5 Update 4, VMware ESXi 3.5 before Update 4, and VMware ESX 3.5 before Update 4 retains the VirtualCenter Server password in process memory, which might allow local users to obtain this password.
How severe is CVE-2009-0518?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-0518 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0518?
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