Vulnerability identifier: #VU73181
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-78
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Advanced Server Access client for Windows
Client/Desktop applications /
Software for system administration
Vendor: Okta
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation when processing URLs. A remote attacker can trick the victim to open a specially crafted URL and execute arbitrary OS commands on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Advanced Server Access client for Windows: 1.44.2 - 1.56.1
External links
http://trust.okta.com/security-advisories/okta-advanced-server-access-client-cve-2022-24295
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.