CVE-2021-22048: High severity vmware vcenter server and cloud foundation vulnerability
The vCenter Server contains a privilege escalation vulnerability in the IWA (Integrated Windows Authentication) authentication mechanism. A malicious actor with non-administrative access to vCenter Server may exploit this issue to elevate privileges to a higher privileged group.
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What is CVE-2021-22048?
CVE-2021-22048 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in the IWA (Integrated Windows Authentication) authentication mechanism in vCenter Server.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-22048?
CVE-2021-22048 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
Who is affected by CVE-2021-22048?
VMware Cloud Foundation versions between 3.0 and 3.10.2.2, and vCenter Server versions 6.5, 6.7, and 7.0 are affected by CVE-2021-22048.
How can a malicious actor exploit CVE-2021-22048?
A malicious actor with non-administrative access to vCenter Server can exploit CVE-2021-22048 to elevate privileges to a higher privileged group.
Are there any references for CVE-2021-22048?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2021-22048 in the following references: [Packet Storm Security Advisory 2022-0025.2](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/167733/VMware-Security-Advisory-2022-0025.2.html), [Packet Storm Security Advisory 2021-0025.3](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/167795/VMware-Security-Advisory-2021-0025.3.html), and [VMware Security Advisory VMSA-2021-0025](https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0025.html).