CVE-2026-59310

VMware vCenter contains a directory traversal vulnerability in the Syslog server. A malicious actor with network access to vCenter may exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code.

Score
CVSS 3.1 9.8 Critical
Status
Analyzed - security@vmware.com
Published
2026-07-30
Last modified
2026-09-12
Known exploited (CISA KEV)
since 2026-08-18, action due 2026-08-21: Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Weaknesses
CWE-22

Affected products

References

 
 
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