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VMWare Tools and Security :? posted: Nov 6, 2009 2:12 PM

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gsandorx
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Nov 6, 2009

Hi everyone:

I'm a newbie with ESX 4.0. My experience with VMWare is only with VMWare Worskstation products.

I need to know if there are security issues regarding VMWare Tools for ESX 4.0? I'm in charge to consolidate a bunch of servers on one of my DMZ and I'm concerned about security. I mean, I'm wondering if there is a possiblity to get ESX access through a fully-compromised VM.

Thanks,

Sandor

Tags: security, vmware_tools

Re: VMWare Tools and Security :?

1. Nov 6, 2009 2:15 PM in response to: gsandorx
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Dave.Mishchen…
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Welcome to the VMware Communities forum. Your post has been moved to the Security & vShield forum.




Dave
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New book in town - vSphere Quick Start Guide -http://www.yellow-bricks.com/2009/08/12/new-book-in-town-vsphere-quick-start-guide/.
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Re: VMWare Tools and Security :?

2. Nov 6, 2009 3:04 PM in response to: gsandorx
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gsandorx
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After reading http://communities.vmware.com/message/1136929#1136929 I think that my question is answered. Thanks everyone!

(I'm sorry. I realized I should've searched more carefully before posting a question)

Re: VMWare Tools and Security :?

3. Nov 10, 2009 1:45 PM in response to: gsandorx
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Texiwill
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Jan 13, 2004
Hello,

No problems. This is a very common question actually.


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