#VU39957 Credentials management in vSphere Data Protection - CVE-2016-7456

Vulnerability identifier: #VU39957

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 9.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2016-7456

CWE-ID: CWE-255

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
vSphere Data Protection
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: VMware, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code.

VMware vSphere Data Protection (VDP) 5.5.x though 6.1.x has an SSH private key with a publicly known password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain login access via an SSH session.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

vSphere Data Protection: 5.5.1 - 6.1.3

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External links
https://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94990
https://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037502
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2016-0024.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.