CVE-2015-2342
UnknownEPSS 89.05%
Last modified
CVE-2015-2342 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The JMX RMI service in VMware vCenter Server 5.0 before u3e, 5.1 before u3b, 5.5 before u3, and 6.0 before u1 does not restrict registration of MBeans, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the RMI protocol.. EPSS estimates a 89.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The JMX RMI service in VMware vCenter Server 5.0 before u3e, 5.1 before u3b, 5.5 before u3, and 6.0 before u1 does not restrict registration of MBeans, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the RMI protocol.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Vcenter Server | 5.0 |
| Vmware | Vcenter Server | 5.1 |
| Vmware | Vcenter Server | 5.5 |
| Vmware | Vcenter Server | 6.0 |
References
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2015-0007.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2015-0007.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-2342?
The JMX RMI service in VMware vCenter Server 5.0 before u3e, 5.1 before u3b, 5.5 before u3, and 6.0 before u1 does not restrict registration of MBeans, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the RMI protocol.
How severe is CVE-2015-2342?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-2342 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 89.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-2342?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2015
- CVE-2015-2336TPView.dll in VMware Workstation 10.x before 10.0.6 and 11.x…
- CVE-2015-2337TPInt.dll in VMware Workstation 10.x before 10.0.6 and 11.x …
- CVE-2015-2338TPview.dll in VMware Workstation 10.x before 10.0.6 and 11.x…
- CVE-2015-2339TPview.dll in VMware Workstation 10.x before 10.0.6 and 11.x…
- CVE-2015-2340TPInt.dll in VMware Workstation 10.x before 10.0.6 and 11.x …
- CVE-2015-2341VMware Workstation 10.x before 10.0.5, VMware Player 6.x bef…
- CVE-2015-2343Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultID…
- CVE-2015-2344Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in VMware vRealize …
- CVE-2015-2345Rejected reason: DO NOT USE THIS CANDIDATE NUMBER. ConsultID…
- CVE-2015-2346XML external entity (XXE) vulnerability in Huawei SEQ Analys…
- CVE-2015-2347Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Huawei SEQ Analy…
- CVE-2015-2348The move_uploaded_file implementation in ext/standard/basic_…
Are you affected by CVE-2015-2342?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST
