Password Retention Vulnerability in VMware VirtualCenter and ESXi Products
CVE-2009-0518
Currently unrated
Key Information:
- Vendor
Vmware
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 6 April 2009
What is CVE-2009-0518?
Certain versions of VMware VirtualCenter, ESXi, and ESX improperly retain the VirtualCenter Server password in process memory. This weakness may enable local users to access sensitive credentials, leading to potential unauthorized operations within the affected virtual environments. Regular updates and security practices are vital to mitigate this risk.