#VU97153 Improper Authorization in Workspace Control - CVE-2024-8012

Vulnerability identifier: #VU97153

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 5.9 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-8012

CWE-ID: CWE-285

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Workspace Control
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Ivanti

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization within the message broker service. A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Workspace Control: 2022.1 10.7.30.2 - 2024.3 10.18.0.0

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External links
https://forums.ivanti.com/s/article/Security-Advisory-Ivanti-Workspace-Control-IWC
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-1222/

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Q & A

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.