Vulnerability Description
VMware ESXi 3.5 through 5.0 and ESX 3.5 through 4.1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory overwrite) via NFS traffic.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Esxi | 3.5 |
| Vmware | Esx | 3.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/81693
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53371
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027018
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2012-0009.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75375
- http://osvdb.org/81693
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53371
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027018
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2012-0009.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75375
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2448?
CVE-2012-2448 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). VMware ESXi 3.5 through 5.0 and ESX 3.5 through 4.1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory overwrite) via NFS traffic.
How severe is CVE-2012-2448?
CVE-2012-2448 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-2448?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Esxi, Vmware Esx.