CVE-2017-4923

Name: CVE-2017-4923
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-08-01T16:29:00.43+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.86%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-4923 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VMware vCenter Server (6.5 prior to 6.5 U1) contains an information disclosure vulnerability. This issue may allow plaintext credentials to be obtained when using the vCenter Server Appliance file-based backup feature.. EPSS estimates a 1.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VMware vCenter Server (6.5 prior to 6.5 U1) contains an information disclosure vulnerability. This issue may allow plaintext credentials to be obtained when using the vCenter Server Appliance file-based backup feature.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.86%

76.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vmware	Vcenter Server	6.5

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99997Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039013Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0013.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99997Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039013Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0013.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 1, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-4923?

How severe is CVE-2017-4923?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-4923 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-4923?

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-2017-4923?

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Source: NVD / NIST