Vulnerability identifier: #VU63406

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-22972

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
VMware Workspace ONE Access
Server applications / Directory software, identity management
VMware Identity Manager
Server applications / Directory software, identity management
Aria Automation (formerly vRealize Automation)
Server applications / Directory software, identity management
Cloud Foundation
Client/Desktop applications / Virtualization software
vRealize Suite Lifecycle Manager
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: VMware, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in the UI when processing authentication requests. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain administrative access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

VMware Workspace ONE Access: 21.08.0.0 - 21.08.0.1

VMware Identity Manager: 3.3.3 - 3.3.6

Aria Automation (formerly vRealize Automation): 7.6

Cloud Foundation: 4.0 - 4.3.1.1

vRealize Suite Lifecycle Manager: 8.0 - 8.4.1 Patch 2

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External links
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2022-0014.html
http://kb.vmware.com/s/article/88438
http://core.vmware.com/vmsa-2022-0014-questions-answers-faq

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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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.