CVE-2013-5970
UnknownEPSS 1.55%
Last modified
CVE-2013-5970 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. hostd-vmdb in VMware ESXi 4.0 through 5.0 and ESX 4.0 through 4.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hostd-vmdb service outage) by modifying management traffic.. EPSS estimates a 1.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
hostd-vmdb in VMware ESXi 4.0 through 5.0 and ESX 4.0 through 4.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hostd-vmdb service outage) by modifying management traffic.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Esx | 4.0 |
| Vmware | Esx | 4.1 |
| Vmware | Esxi | 4.0 |
| Vmware | Esxi | 4.1 |
| Vmware | Esxi | 5.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-5970?
hostd-vmdb in VMware ESXi 4.0 through 5.0 and ESX 4.0 through 4.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hostd-vmdb service outage) by modifying management traffic.
How severe is CVE-2013-5970?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-5970 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5970?
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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