#VU61690 Incorrect default permissions in vCenter Server - CVE-2022-22948
Published: March 29, 2022 / Updated: June 20, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU61690
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Amber
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-22948
CWE-ID: CWE-276
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability:
The vulnerability is being exploited in the wild
Vulnerable software:
vCenter Server
vCenter Server
Software vendor:
VMware, Inc
VMware, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to incorrect default permissions for files. A local user with access to the system can view contents of certain files.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.