CVE-2016-7456

Name: CVE-2016-7456
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-12-29T09:59:00.54+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 32.79%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-7456 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VMware vSphere Data Protection (VDP) 5.5.x though 6.1.x has an SSH private key with a publicly known password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain login access via an SSH session.. EPSS estimates a 32.79% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VMware vSphere Data Protection (VDP) 5.5.x though 6.1.x has an SSH private key with a publicly known password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain login access via an SSH session.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

32.79%

98.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.5.1
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.5.5
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.5.6
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.5.7
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.5.8
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.5.9
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.5.10
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.5.11
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.8.0
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.8.1
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.8.2
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.8.3
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	5.8.4
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.0.0
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.0.1
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.0.2
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.0.3
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.0.4
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.1.0
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.1.1
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.1.2
Vmware	Vsphere Data Protection	6.1.3

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94990Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037502Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2016-0024.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94990Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037502Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2016-0024.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Dec 29, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-7456?

VMware vSphere Data Protection (VDP) 5.5.x though 6.1.x has an SSH private key with a publicly known password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain login access via an SSH session.

How severe is CVE-2016-7456?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7456 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 32.79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-7456?

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-2016-7456?

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Source: NVD / NIST