CVE-2013-3657

CVE-2013-3657 is a high-severity vulnerability in Vmware Esx with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in VMware ESXi 4.0 through 5.0, and ESX 4.0 and 4.1, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-3657?
Buffer overflow in VMware ESXi 4.0 through 5.0, and ESX 4.0 and 4.1, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2013-3657?
CVE-2013-3657 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-3657 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-3657?
CVE-2013-3657 primarily affects Vmware Esx. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3657?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2013-3657 published?
CVE-2013-3657 was published on 2013-09-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (11)

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