Vulnerability identifier: #VU25444

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-3944

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
vRealize Operations for Horizon Adapter
Client/Desktop applications / Virtualization software

Vendor: VMware, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to the affected software has an improper trust store configuration. A remote attacker can bypass Adapter authentication.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

vRealize Operations for Horizon Adapter: 6.6.0 - 6.7.0

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External links
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2020-0003.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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