CVE-2016-2078

Name: CVE-2016-2078
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-06-08T14:59:33.563+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.07%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-2078 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Web Client in VMware vCenter Server 5.1 before update 3d, 5.5 before update 3d, and 6.0 before update 2 on Windows allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the flashvars parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.07% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Web Client in VMware vCenter Server 5.1 before update 3d, 5.5 before update 3d, and 6.0 before update 2 on Windows allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the flashvars parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.07%

60.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vmware	Vcenter Server	5.1
Vmware	Vcenter Server	5.5
Vmware	Vcenter Server	6.0
Vmware	Vcenter Server	5.0

References

Timeline

Published: Jun 8, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2078?

How severe is CVE-2016-2078?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2078 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.07% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2078?

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