Vulnerability Description
Ruby vSphere Console (RVC) in VMware vCenter Server Appliance allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands as root by escaping from a chroot jail.
CVSS Score
9.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Vcenter Server Appliance | 5.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/58823
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67756
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030436
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-14-159/
- http://secunia.com/advisories/58823
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67756
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030436
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-14-159/
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3790?
CVE-2014-3790 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.0 (HIGH). Ruby vSphere Console (RVC) in VMware vCenter Server Appliance allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands as root by escaping from a chroot jail.
How severe is CVE-2014-3790?
CVE-2014-3790 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-3790?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Vcenter Server Appliance.