CVE-2021-20199

CVE-2021-20199 is a vulnerability in the vCenter Server, a centralized management utility used to manage virtual machines in data centers. The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely, which can lead to complete compromise of the system. This vulnerability was rated as critical and received a CVSS score of 9.8 out of 10. On February 23, 2021, VMware released a security advisory providing details about this vulnerability and its impact. The advisory stated that this vulnerability affects several versions of vCenter Server, including 6.5, 6.7, and 7.0. VMware also provided a patch for the affected versions to address the vulnerability. It is important for organizations using vCenter Server to apply this patch as soon as possible to protect their systems from potential attacks. Overall, CVE-2021-20199 highlights the importance of regularly updating and patching software systems to mitigate potential vulnerabilities. In addition, it underscores the need for organizations to have robust security protocols and practices in place to detect and respond to security incidents quickly and effectively.