Improper access control in VMware Aria Automation

1) Improper access control

EUVDB-ID: #VU85425

Risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-34063

CWE-ID: CWE-284 - Improper Access Control

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to remote organizations and workflows.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Aria Automation (formerly vRealize Automation): 8.11.0 - 8.14.1

External links

http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2024-0001.html
http://kb.vmware.com/s/article/96098

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

How the attacker can exploit this vulnerability?

The attacker would have to send a specially crafted request to the affected application in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.