CVE-2024-38812
CRITICALCVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
77.9%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
The vCenter Server contains a heap-overflow vulnerability in the implementation of the DCERPC protocol. A malicious actor with network access to vCenter Server may trigger this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted network packet potentially leading to remote code execution.
Technical Details
- CVSS v3 Vector
- CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
- Published
- 9/17/2024
- Last Modified
- 10/31/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-38812?
The vCenter Server contains a heap-overflow vulnerability in the implementation of the DCERPC protocol. A malicious actor with network access to vCenter Server may trigger this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted network packet potentially leading to remote code execution.
Is CVE-2024-38812 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2024-38812 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 77.9%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2024-38812?
CVE-2024-38812 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity), with vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.
Is CVE-2024-38812 affecting your environment?
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