CVE-2016-5336

VMware vRealize Automation 7.0.x before 7.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors

published August 31, 2016

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ A sneaky vulnerability in VMware vRealize Automation could let remote attackers execute arbitrary code! ๐Ÿ˜ฑ Think of this as a contractor who can step into a secured construction site without a pass โ€” they could change blueprints, sabotage the project, or even build a secret room! ๐Ÿ—๏ธ If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could potentially take control of your entire automation environment, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, and substantial operational disruption. It's a risk that could turn your virtual paradise into a chaotic nightmare!

Put simply

Think of this as a contractor who can step into a secured construction site without a pass โ€” they could change blueprints, sabotage the project, or even build a secret room! ๐Ÿ—๏ธ This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on VMware vRealize Automation 7.0.x before 7.1, potentially through unspecified vectors that bypass security measures.

What to do

If an attacker exploits this vulnerability, they could potentially take control of your entire automation environment, leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, and substantial operational disruption. It's a risk that could turn your virtual paradise into a chaotic nightmare! To protect your environment, upgrade VMware vRealize Automation to version 7.1 or later as soon as possible. Regularly review your security settings and ensure you have the latest patches applied to minimize your exposure. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ You've got this! Stay proactive, and your security hero status will be firmly intact! ๐Ÿ’ชโœจ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02949 ยท 87.0th percentile
Published
2016-08-31T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 AUG 01:00Z
    VMware vRealize Automation 7.0.x before 7.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors
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