CVE-2017-4926

Name: CVE-2017-4926
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-09-15T13:29:00.277+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.78%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-4926 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VMware vCenter Server (6.5 prior to 6.5 U1) contains a vulnerability that may allow for stored cross-site scripting (XSS). An attacker with VC user privileges can inject malicious java-scripts which will get executed when other VC users access the page.. EPSS estimates a 0.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VMware vCenter Server (6.5 prior to 6.5 U1) contains a vulnerability that may allow for stored cross-site scripting (XSS). An attacker with VC user privileges can inject malicious java-scripts which will get executed when other VC users access the page.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.78%

51.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vmware	Vcenter Server	6.5

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100844Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039364Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0015.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100844Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039364Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0015.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 15, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-4926?

How severe is CVE-2017-4926?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-4926 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-4926?

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-2017-4926?

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Source: NVD / NIST