CVE-2026-41709
Description
VMware ESX contains an insufficient logging vulnerability. A malicious administrator could exploit this issue to perform certain operations without them being logged.
How to fix
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
CISA due date: Nov 11, 2026- vmware esxi9.0.2.0100 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| vmware esxi | 9.0.0 ≤ v < 9.0.2.0100, 8.0 | 9.0.2.0100 |
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