CVE-2021-22006
First published: Thu Sep 23 2021(Updated: )
The vCenter Server contains a reverse proxy bypass vulnerability due to the way the endpoints handle the URI. A malicious actor with network access to port 443 on vCenter Server may exploit this issue to access restricted endpoints.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Cloud Foundation | >=3.0<5.0 | |
| VMware vCenter Server | =6.7 | |
| VMware vCenter Server | =7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-22006?
CVE-2021-22006 is a vulnerability in vCenter Server that allows a malicious actor to bypass the reverse proxy and access restricted endpoints.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-22006?
The severity of CVE-2021-22006 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-22006?
VMware Cloud Foundation versions 3.0 to 5.0, VMware vCenter Server version 6.7, and VMware vCenter Server version 7.0 are affected by CVE-2021-22006.
How can a malicious actor exploit CVE-2021-22006?
A malicious actor with network access to port 443 on vCenter Server can exploit CVE-2021-22006 to access restricted endpoints.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-22006?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-22006 in the VMware security advisory VMSA-2021-0020.
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