vmware-vcenter-attack

Assess internet-exposed VMware vCenter instances against critical pre-auth RCE vulnerabilities.

3|1|Updated Jul 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/EntroVyx/hermes-agent-offsec --skill vmware-vcenter-attack-entrovyx
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Skill: vmware-vcenter-attack
Source: https://github.com/EntroVyx/hermes-agent-offsec/tree/main/skills/offsec/redteam/vmware-vcenter-attack
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/EntroVyx/hermes-agent-offsec --skill vmware-vcenter-attack-entrovyx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a structured, high-impact methodology for identifying and assessing the security posture of internet-exposed VMware vCenter and related infrastructure, preventing unauthorized exploitation by guiding the user through critical vulnerability checks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Version Fingerprinting: Identifies specific patch levels and product versions via public endpoints and TLS metadata.
  • CVE Matrix Assessment: Maps discovered versions against a curated list of critical, pre-auth RCE vulnerabilities (e.g., CVE-2021-21972, CVE-2023-34048).
  • Use Case: During an authorized offensive security engagement, use this Skill to safely determine if a target's vCenter instance is vulnerable to known critical exploits before proceeding with further testing.

Quick Start

Use the vmware-vcenter-attack skill to perform version fingerprinting and vulnerability assessment on the target domain example.com.

Frequently Asked Questions about vmware-vcenter-attack

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I check if an internet-exposed VMware vCenter is vulnerable to known RCE exploits?

To check if a VMware vCenter is vulnerable to RCE exploits, perform version fingerprinting via public endpoints and TLS metadata, then map the discovered versions against a curated matrix of critical pre-authentication vulnerabilities like CVE-2021-21972 and CVE-2023-34048.

What is external reconnaissance for VMware vCenter and Workspace ONE instances?

External reconnaissance for VMware vCenter and Workspace ONE is the process of identifying specific patch levels and product versions from public endpoints to evaluate the virtualization plane attack surface without crossing strict external-only engagement boundaries.

How do I assess CVE-2023-34048 on a target vCenter instance during a red team engagement?

Assess CVE-2023-34048 on a target vCenter by identifying the product version through external fingerprinting and cross-referencing it against a vulnerability matrix to determine if the instance is susceptible to this critical pre-authentication remote code execution flaw.

Can I use external fingerprinting to find configuration weaknesses in Aria and vCenter?

Yes, external fingerprinting identifies specific patch levels and product versions for Aria and vCenter, allowing you to evaluate target infrastructure against a matrix of configuration weaknesses and critical vulnerabilities while adhering to external-only boundaries.

What are the limitations of external-only VMware vCenter security assessments?

External-only VMware vCenter security assessments are limited to identifying patch levels and pre-authentication vulnerabilities via public endpoints, preventing internal exploitation or deeper lateral movement testing within the virtualization infrastructure.