SB2022021503 - Unprotected storage of credentials in NVIDIA License System



SB2022021503 - Unprotected storage of credentials in NVIDIA License System

Published: February 15, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022021503
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Unprotected storage of credentials (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-21818)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain access to other users' credentials.

The vulnerability exists due to application stored credentials in the installation scripts for the DLS virtual appliance. A remote user can access other users’ credentials.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.