Vulnerability identifier: #VU60196

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-21817

CWE-ID: CWE-346

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Omniverse Launcher
Client/Desktop applications / Multimedia software

Vendor: nVidia

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to origin validation error when processing HTTP requests, related to cross-origin sharing (CORS). A remote attacker can trick the victim to visit a specially crafted website and acquire access tokens to other security domains.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Omniverse Launcher: 1.5.0 - 1.5.1

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External links
http://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/5318

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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.