CRITICAL

CVE-2026-59310

vCenter directory-traversal vulnerability

CVSS v3

9.8

CRITICAL

EPSS Score

exploit probability

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

SSVC status

Description

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.

Technical details

CVSS v3 Vector
3.1
Published
7/30/2026
Last Modified
7/30/2026

Frequently asked questions

What is 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.

Is CVE-2026-59310 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2026-59310 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is N/A%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-59310?

CVE-2026-59310 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity), with vector string 3.1.

Is CVE-2026-59310 affecting your environment?

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