SB2015100101 - Remote code execution in VMware vCenter Server 



SB2015100101 - Remote code execution in VMware vCenter Server

Published: October 1, 2015

Security Bulletin ID SB2015100101
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper authorization (CVE-ID: CVE-2015-2342)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The weakness exists in the JMX RMI service due to missing restriction of registration of MBeans. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.