vmware-vcenter-attack

Automate vulnerability assessment for VMware vCenter by running predefined checks that fingerprint versions, map findings to relevant CVEs, and identify common security misconfigurations. This provides an automated approach to analyzing the vCenter attack surface.

Mapping vCenter version fingerprints to CVEs involves automatic version detection correlated against a CVE matrix sorted by historical impact. This prioritizes patching and highlights critical attack vectors for red teaming engagements.

Yes, you can check for default credentials on a vCenter instance using dependencies like Metasploit and Nuclei. The analysis integrates these tools to detect security misconfigurations and validate attack vectors during reconnaissance.

External reconnaissance triggers automated CVE analysis by detecting signs of a VMware vCenter instance. Once detected, the process initiates predefined checks to analyze the attack surface and identify potential vulnerabilities.

No, Greenbone OpenVAS is not strictly required to run the core analysis, but it is listed as a dependency. The Skill primarily relies on predefined checks, Nuclei, and Metasploit for vCenter vulnerability assessment and CVE matrix generation.

Using predefined checks for vCenter security assessment limits scanning to known CVEs and common misconfigurations. It may not detect novel zero-day vulnerabilities or complex custom security flaws outside its established attack matrix.