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VMware vCenter Server Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

VMware vCenter contains an improper check for dropped privileges vulnerability. This vulnerability could allow an attacker with network access to the vCent

Security · HIGH
Source: CISA Known Exploited VulnerabilitiesMay 2, 2026, 4:51 PMSecurityhigh

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VMware vCenter contains an improper check for dropped privileges vulnerability. This vulnerability could allow an attacker with network access to the vCenter Server to escalate privileges to root by sending a specially crafted packet.

Vendor: VMware

Product: vCenter Server

Due date: 2024-12-11

Known ransomware use: Unknown

Why it matters

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

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