CVE-2018-6960
First published: Fri Apr 20 2018(Updated: )
VMware Horizon DaaS (7.x before 8.0.0) contains a broken authentication vulnerability that may allow an attacker to bypass two-factor authentication. Note: In order to exploit this issue, an attacker must have a legitimate account on Horizon DaaS.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Horizon DaaS | >=7.0.0<8.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-6960?
CVE-2018-6960 is a vulnerability in VMware Horizon DaaS (7.x before 8.0.0) that allows an attacker to bypass two-factor authentication.
How severe is CVE-2018-6960?
CVE-2018-6960 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-6960?
To exploit CVE-2018-6960, an attacker must have a legitimate account on Horizon DaaS and can then bypass two-factor authentication.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-6960?
Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2018-6960 in version 8.0.0 of VMware Horizon DaaS.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-6960?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-6960 in the following references: [1] [2] [3].
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