CVE-2023-34048 - VMware vCenter Server Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability

Vulnerability Name

VMware vCenter Server Out-of-Bounds Write Vulnerability

Description

VMware vCenter Server contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the implementation of the DCERPC protocol that allows an attacker to conduct remote code execution.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Unknown

Action

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

Additional Notes

https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2023-0023.html

https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-34048

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