The current version of VMware vCenter is 9.1.0.0 (as of 12/05/2026).
VMware vCenter
Broadcom · current 9.1.0.0
Actively exploited vulnerabilities
The US cybersecurity agency CISA lists this vulnerability in its catalog of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities. Check your version and patch or mitigate promptly.
- CVE-2024-37079Broadcom VMware vCenter Server Out-of-bounds Write Vulnerability
Source: CISA KEV. The CVE is matched to the product automatically — when in doubt, the linked NVD entry applies.
VMware vCenter at a glance
VMware vCenter Server is the central management plane for VMware virtualization — it orchestrates hosts, VMs, vMotion and more. Broadcom/VMware ships vCenter releases and patches; because it controls the whole virtual estate and has seen actively exploited flaws, prompt patching and careful operation are critical.
For admins the version/build compatibility with ESXi hosts is the key constraint — follow the interoperability matrix, and patch vCenter before or in step with hosts per the guidance. Snapshot/back up the vCenter appliance before updating. vCenter holds credentials to the entire environment; it belongs on an isolated management network behind SSO, never exposed. After patching, verify host connectivity and core workflows. Track the support lifecycle and the Broadcom licensing changes.
Support cycles (endoflife.date)
| Cycle | Latest version | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 9.1 | 9.1.0.0 | EOL 12 Aug 28 |
| 9.0 | 9.0.2.0 | EOL 17 Sept 27 |
| 8.0 | 8.0 U3i | EOL 11 Oct 27 |
| 7.0 | 7.0 U3w | End of Life |
| 6.7 | 6.7 U3w | End of Life |
| 6.5 | 6.5 U3w | End of Life |
| 6.0 | 6.0 U3j | End of Life |
| 5.5 | 5.5 U3k | End of Life |
Release history · as detected by patchletter
| Version | Channel | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.1.0.0 | STABLE | 12/05/2026 | Release notes → |
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