CVE-2021-22054: Omnissa Workspace ONE Server-Side Request Forgery

Published Dec 17, 2021
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Updated

Omnissa Workspace One UEM formerly known as VMware Workspace One UEM contains a server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability that could allow a malicious actor with network access to UEM to send their requests without authentication and to gain access to sensitive information.

Other sources

VMware Workspace ONE UEM console 20.0.8 prior to 20.0.8.37, 20.11.0 prior to 20.11.0.40, 21.2.0 prior to 21.2.0.27, and 21.5.0 prior to 21.5.0.37 contain an SSRF vulnerability. This issue may allow a malicious actor with network access to UEM to send their requests without authentication and to gain access to sensitive information.

Affected Software

5 affected components
VMware Workspace ONE UEM console>=20.0.8.0<20.0.8.36
VMware Workspace ONE UEM console>=20.11.0.0<20.11.0.40
VMware Workspace ONE UEM console>=21.2.0.0<21.2.0.27
VMware Workspace ONE UEM console>=21.5.0.0<21.5.0.37
Omnissa Workspace One UEM

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade VMware Workspace ONE UEM to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 20.0.8.37
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade VMware Workspace ONE UEM to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 20.11.0.40
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade VMware Workspace ONE UEM to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 21.2.0.27
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade VMware Workspace ONE UEM to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 21.5.0.37
  5. Remove

    Remove VMware Workspace ONE UEM from your environment.

    Discontinue use of the product or uninstall it if mitigations are unavailable.

  6. Compensating control

    Apply mitigations per vendor instructions and follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services.

Event History

Dec 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:10 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Mar 9, 2026
Known Exploited
via CISA·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via CISA·12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-22054?

CVE-2021-22054 has a moderate severity level due to its ability to allow SSRF attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-22054?

To resolve CVE-2021-22054, upgrade VMware Workspace ONE UEM console to the latest versions as specified in the advisory.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2021-22054?

CVE-2021-22054 affects VMware Workspace ONE UEM console versions prior to 20.0.8.37, 20.11.0.40, 21.2.0.27, and 21.5.0.37.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-22054?

CVE-2021-22054 is identified as a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2021-22054 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-22054 can be exploited remotely by attackers with network access to the UEM.

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