CVE-2016-5334: Medium severity vmware workspace one access and identity manager vulnerability

Published Dec 29, 2016
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Updated

VMware Identity Manager 2.x before 2.7.1 and vRealize Automation 7.x before 7.2.0 allow remote attackers to read /SAAS/WEB-INF and /SAAS/META-INF files via unspecified vectors.

Affected Software

2 affected components
VMware Identity Manager>=2.0<2.7.1
VMware vRealize Automation>=7.0<7.2.0

Event History

Dec 29, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:02 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:02 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-5334?

CVE-2016-5334 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential exposure of sensitive files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-5334?

To fix CVE-2016-5334, upgrade VMware Identity Manager to version 2.7.1 or vRealize Automation to version 7.2.0 or later.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2016-5334?

The potential impacts of CVE-2016-5334 include unauthorized access to internal configuration files, which could lead to further attacks.

4

Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-5334?

CVE-2016-5334 affects VMware Identity Manager versions before 2.7.1 and vRealize Automation versions before 7.2.0.

5

Can CVE-2016-5334 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-5334 can be exploited remotely by attackers to read sensitive files if the proper security controls are not in place.

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