CVE-2024-37079 - Broadcom VMware vCenter Server Out-of-bounds Write Vulnerability
Project:Broadcom
Product:VMware vCenter Server
Date Added:2026-01-23Due Date:2026-02-13
Vulnerability Name
Broadcom VMware vCenter Server Out-of-bounds Write Vulnerability
Description
Broadcom VMware vCenter Server contains an out-of-bounds write vulnerability in the implementation of the DCERPC protocol. This could allow a malicious actor with network access to vCenter Server to send specially crafted network packets, potentially leading to remote code execution.
Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?
Unknown
Action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Additional Notes
https://support.broadcom.com/web/ecx/support-content-notification/-/external/content/SecurityAdvisories/0/24453
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-37079
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