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CVE-2022-22948

VMware vCenter Server Incorrect Default File Permissions Vulnerability

6.5 MEDIUMActively exploited (CISA KEV)EPSS 13.3%
  1. Published29 Mar 2022
  2. Added to CISA KEV17 Jul 2024
  3. Remediation due7 Aug 2024
Actively exploited (CISA KEV)

VMware vCenter Server contains an incorrect default file permissions vulnerability that allows a remote, privileged attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

Added to KEV: 17 Jul 2024Federal remediation due: 7 Aug 2024

Description

The vCenter Server contains an information disclosure vulnerability due to improper permission of files. A malicious actor with non-administrative access to the vCenter Server may exploit this issue to gain access to sensitive information.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredLow
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Affected products

VMware Cloud Foundation≥ 3.0 < 3.11 · ≥ 4.0 < 4.4.1
VMware Vcenter Server6.5 · 6.7 · 7.0

Remediation

Fixed in
VMware Cloud Foundation≥ 3.11

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2022-22948 being actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2022-22948 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added 17 Jul 2024.

How severe is CVE-2022-22948?

CVE-2022-22948 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.5, rated medium. EPSS estimates a 13.3% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2022-22948?

Affected products include VMware Cloud Foundation, VMware Vcenter Server.

How do I fix CVE-2022-22948?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example VMware Cloud Foundation 3.11 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.