VMware vCenter API Settings

info Nessus Plugin ID 186662

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Synopsis

This plugin configures the VMware vCenter API.

Description

This script initializes the credentials used for VMware checks done via the REST and SOAP API.
To set the credentials, edit your scan policy. Under 'Preferences', select 'VMware vCenter REST and SOAP API Settings'.

Plugin Details

Severity: Info

ID: 186662

File Name: vmware_vsphere_vcenter_settings.nbin

Version: 1.90

Type: settings

Family: Settings

Published: 12/7/2023

Updated: 10/16/2025

Supported Sensors: Nessus

Vulnerability Information

CPE: cpe:/a:vmware:vcenter_server, cpe:/a:vmware:vcenter

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