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CVE-2025-41228

MediumPublished

VMware ESXi and vCenter Server Reflected Cross Site Scripting (XSS) Vulnerability

Published: May 20, 2025
Updated: Jun 24, 2025
Assigning CNA: vmware
Evidence observed: Aug 11, 2025

Primary CVSS

4.3/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 3.1

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

EPSS probability estimate

0.9%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 57.4%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

VMware ESXi and vCenter Server contain a reflected cross-site scripting vulnerability due to improper input validation. A malicious actor with network access to the login page of certain ESXi host or vCenter Server URL paths may exploit this issue to steal cookies or redirect to malicious websites.

Sources

VMware vSphere Client 8.0.3.0 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)Exploit
Imraan Khan (Lich-Sec) · multiple · Aug 11, 2025

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