For all virtualization admins, running VMware vSphere, a new stable release of vSphere 7 Update 3 is now available. Additionally, the vCenter Server that is part of this release addresses the Apache Log4j critical security vulnerabilities found in this product. Earlier with vSphere 7 Update 3… In November 2021, VMware took the unprecedented step to … Continue reading "VMware vSphere 7 Update 3c is now available, accompanied by vCenter Server 7 Update 3c with Log4J fixes"
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VMSA-2021-0027 updates for VMware vCenter Server 6.5 and 6.7 address two vSphere Web Client vulnerabilities (CVE-2021-21980 and CVE-2021-22049)
Earlier this week, VMware released an update that addresses an arbitrary file read vulnerability in the vSphere Web Client (CVE-2021-21980) and an SSRF vulnerability in the vSphere Web Client (CVE-2021-22049). These two vulnerabilities can be used to compromise virtual Domain Controllers running on VMware vSphere ESXi 6.5 and vSphere ESXi 6.7. About the vulnerabilities arbitrary … Continue reading "VMSA-2021-0027 updates for VMware vCenter Server 6.5 and 6.7 address two vSphere Web Client vulnerabilities (CVE-2021-21980 and CVE-2021-22049)"
VMware has recalled all released versions of vSphere 7.0 Update 3
VMware’s vSphere ESXi 7.0 U3, U3a, and U3b and VMware vCenter 7.0 U3b are no longer available for download due to several critical issues identified in them. Issues experienced in the field Organizations running vSphere 7.0 Update 3 have reported the following critical issues: ESXi 7.0 Update 3 hosts can experience a PSOD when virtual … Continue reading "VMware has recalled all released versions of vSphere 7.0 Update 3"
VMWare fixes an important privilege escalation vulnerability in vCenter Server (VMSA-2021-0025)
This week, VMware released an update that addresses a vulnerability in vCenter Server. This vulnerability can be used to compromise vCenter Server installations and the ESXi host they manage. Note:The vulnerability exists in VMware Cloud Foundation, too. About vCenter Server VMware vCenter Server, formerly known as VirtualCenter, is the centralized management tool for the vSphere … Continue reading "VMWare fixes an important privilege escalation vulnerability in vCenter Server (VMSA-2021-0025)"
Support for vSphere 6.5 and vSphere 6.7 ends in one year
On October 18th, 2016, VMware announced vSphere 6.5 focusing on a simplified experience and improving security features. Today, we're seeing one year of support left for this great product that has served so many organizations well. vSphere 6.5 To me, vSphere 6.5 was a milestone release. Sure, it didn't have the appeal as other … Continue reading "Support for vSphere 6.5 and vSphere 6.7 ends in one year"
VMware fixes 19 vulnerabilities in vCenter Server (VMSA-2021-0020)
Today, VMware released an update that addresses nineteen vulnerabilities in vCenter Server. These two vulnerabilities can be used to compromise vCenter Server installations and the ESXi host they manage. Note: The vulnerabilities exist in VMware Cloud Foundation, too. About vCenter Server VMware vCenter Server, formerly known as VirtualCenter, is the centralized management tool for … Continue reading "VMware fixes 19 vulnerabilities in vCenter Server (VMSA-2021-0020)"
I'm virtualizing Domain Controllers at VMware VMworld 2021 around the world
I’m pleased to announce that I will be delivering a 1-hour level 300 Tech+ tutorial titled 'Virtualizing Active Directory – Doing It Right!' with Deji Akomolafe and Matt Liebowitz at VMware VMworld 2021. This will be my fifth time presenting at VMworld on Active Directory and sharing the stage with these fellow VMworld Distinguished Speakers. … Continue reading "I'm virtualizing Domain Controllers at VMware VMworld 2021 around the world"
VMSA-2021-0014 updates for VMware ESXi and vCenter address two security vulnerabilities (CVE-2021-21994, CVE-2021-21995)
Today, VMware released an update that addresses an SFCB improper authentication vulnerability (CVE-2021-21994) and an OpenSLP denial-of-service vulnerability (CVE-2021-21995). These two vulnerabilities can be used to compromise virtual Domain Controllers running on ESXi. Note: The vulnerabilities exist in VMware Cloud Foundation, too. The two vulnerabilities were responsibly disclosed to VMware. About the vulnerabilities SFCB … Continue reading "VMSA-2021-0014 updates for VMware ESXi and vCenter address two security vulnerabilities (CVE-2021-21994, CVE-2021-21995)"
VMware Tools v 11.3 fixes a Denial of Service vulnerability (VMSA-2021-0011, CVE-2021-21997, CVSv3 3.3)
This week, VMware introduced a new version of its VMware Tools. The reason for this release is a Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerability. About VMware Tools VMware Tools is a set of services and modules that enable several features in VMware products for better management of, and seamless user interactions with, guest Operating Systems. Although … Continue reading "VMware Tools v 11.3 fixes a Denial of Service vulnerability (VMSA-2021-0011, CVE-2021-21997, CVSv3 3.3)"
VMSA-2021-0010 updates for vCenter Server addresses two security vulnerabilities (CVE-2021-21985, CVE-2021-21986)
Today, VMware released an update that addresses two vulnerabilities in its vCenter Server and Cloud Foundation products:: A remote code execution vulnerability in the vSphere Client (CVE-2021-21985) Authentication mechanism issue in vCenter Server Plug-ins (CVE-2021-21986) About the vulnerabilities remote code execution vulnerability in the vSphere Client (CVE-2021-21985) The vSphere Client (HTML5) contains a remote code … Continue reading "VMSA-2021-0010 updates for vCenter Server addresses two security vulnerabilities (CVE-2021-21985, CVE-2021-21986)"