Vulnerability identifier: #VU65987
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
VMware Workspace ONE Access
Server applications /
Directory software, identity management
Vendor: VMware, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper privilege management. A local user can execute arbitrary code with root privileges.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
VMware Workspace ONE Access: 21.08.0.0 - 21.08.0.1
External links
http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2022-0021.html
http://kb.vmware.com/s/article/89096
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.