CVE-2018-6979
First published: Thu Oct 04 2018(Updated: )
The VMware Workspace ONE Unified Endpoint Management Console (A/W Console) 9.7.x prior to 9.7.0.3, 9.6.x prior to 9.6.0.7, 9.5.x prior to 9.5.0.16, 9.4.x prior to 9.4.0.22, 9.3.x prior to 9.3.0.25, 9.2.x prior to 9.2.3.27, and 9.1.x prior to 9.1.5.6 contains a SAML authentication bypass vulnerability which can be leveraged during device enrollment. This vulnerability may allow for a malicious actor to impersonate an authorized SAML session if certificate-based authentication is enabled. This vulnerability is also relevant if certificate-based authentication is not enabled, but the outcome of exploitation is limited to an information disclosure (Important Severity) in those cases.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware AirWatch Console | >=9.1.0.0<9.1.5.6 | |
| VMware AirWatch Console | >=9.2.0.0<9.2.3.27 | |
| VMware AirWatch Console | >=9.3.0.0<9.3.0.25 | |
| VMware AirWatch Console | >=9.4.0.0<9.4.0.22 | |
| VMware AirWatch Console | >=9.5.0.0<9.5.0.16 | |
| VMware AirWatch Console | >=9.6.0.0<9.6.0.7 | |
| VMware AirWatch Console | >=9.7.0.0<9.7.0.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-6979?
CVE-2018-6979 has been assigned a high severity rating due to its potential to allow unauthorized access through SAML authentication bypass.
How do I fix CVE-2018-6979?
To fix CVE-2018-6979, upgrade to the versions 9.7.0.3, 9.6.0.7, 9.5.0.16, 9.4.0.22, 9.3.0.25, 9.2.3.27, or 9.1.5.6 of VMware Workspace ONE Unified Endpoint Management Console.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2018-6979?
CVE-2018-6979 affects various versions of the VMware AirWatch Console, particularly those below specific patched versions.
Is CVE-2018-6979 being actively exploited?
There is no public information confirming active exploitation of CVE-2018-6979, but due to its severity, administrators should apply the fix promptly.
What does SAML authentication bypass mean in the context of CVE-2018-6979?
SAML authentication bypass in CVE-2018-6979 refers to the vulnerability allowing attackers to potentially gain unauthorized access by circumventing standard SAML authentication controls.
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