CVE-2016-7463
UnknownEPSS 1.13%
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CVE-2016-7463 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Host Client in VMware vSphere Hypervisor (aka ESXi) 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted VM.. EPSS estimates a 1.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Host Client in VMware vSphere Hypervisor (aka ESXi) 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted VM.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Esxi | 5.5 |
| Vmware | Esxi | 6.0 |
References
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2016-0023.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2016-0023.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7463?
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Host Client in VMware vSphere Hypervisor (aka ESXi) 5.5 and 6.0 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted VM.
How severe is CVE-2016-7463?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-7463 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7463?
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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