vcenter server vulnerabilities and fixes

Recent CVEs affecting vcenter server, with upgrade or downgrade steps. 2 tracked.

Also searched as: vcenterserver.

vcenter server has 2 tracked vulnerabilities, 2 critical and 1 exploited in the wild (CISA KEV). A fixed release or vendor patch exists for 2. Most recent: 2026-07-30. Highest priority: CVE-2026-59310 (score 99/100).

• CVE-2026-59309 CRITICAL 9.8 UPGRADE VMware vCenter contains an authentication bypass vulnerability in the VMware Directory Service. A malicious ac
• CVE-2026-59310 CRITICAL 9.8 EXPLOITED UPGRADE Broadcom VMware vCenter Path Traversal Vulnerability

FAQ

How do I fix vcenter server vulnerabilities?

Open the CVE for your version, check the affected range, then follow the listed action: upgrade to the fixed release, or downgrade or mitigate if no fix exists yet. Commands for each OS are shown on every CVE page.

Is vcenter server being exploited right now?

Yes: 1 vcenter server CVE is on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list, so patch it first.

Which vcenter server CVE should I patch first?

CVE-2026-59310 currently ranks highest (99/100): Broadcom VMware vCenter Path Traversal Vulnerability.

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