CVE-2009-2277

Name: CVE-2009-2277
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-04-01T19:30:00.343+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.66%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-2277 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebAccess in VMware VirtualCenter 2.0.2 and 2.5 and VMware ESX 3.0.3 and 3.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via vectors related to "context data.". EPSS estimates a 1.66% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in WebAccess in VMware VirtualCenter 2.0.2 and 2.5 and VMware ESX 3.0.3 and 3.5 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via vectors related to "context data."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.66%

73.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vmware	Esx Server	3.0.3
Vmware	Esx Server	3.5
Vmware	Virtualcenter	2.0.2
Vmware	Virtualcenter	2.5

References

http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2010/000086.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39037Patch
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2010-0005.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A7080
http://lists.vmware.com/pipermail/security-announce/2010/000086.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39037Patch
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2010-0005.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A7080

Timeline

Published: Apr 1, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-2277?

How severe is CVE-2009-2277?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2277 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.66% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2277?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2009-2277?

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Source: NVD / NIST