CVE-2013-3079

Name: CVE-2013-3079
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2013-05-01T12:00:14.493+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.74%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2013-3079 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VMware vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA) 5.1 before Update 1 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary programs with root privileges by leveraging Virtual Appliance Management Interface (VAMI) access.. EPSS estimates a 1.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VMware vCenter Server Appliance (vCSA) 5.1 before Update 1 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary programs with root privileges by leveraging Virtual Appliance Management Interface (VAMI) access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.74%

74.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-94

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vmware	Vcenter Server Appliance	5.1

References

http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2013-0006.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2013-0006.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 1, 2013
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-3079?

How severe is CVE-2013-3079?

Severity scoring for CVE-2013-3079 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-3079?

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-2013-3079?

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Source: NVD / NIST