CVE-2022-22948: VMware vCenter Server Incorrect Default File Permissions Vulnerability
First published: Tue Mar 29 2022(Updated: )
The vCenter Server contains an information disclosure vulnerability due to improper permission of files. A malicious actor with non-administrative access to the vCenter Server may exploit this issue to gain access to sensitive information.
Credit: security@vmware.com security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware vCenter | ||
| VMware vCenter Server and Cloud Foundation | >=3.0<3.11 | |
| VMware vCenter Server and Cloud Foundation | =3.11 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-a | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-c | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-d | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-e | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-f | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update1b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update1c | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update1d | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update1e | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update1g | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update2 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update2b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update2c | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update2d | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update2g | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update3 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update3d | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update3f | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update3k | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update3n | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update3p | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.5-update3q | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-a | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-d | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update1b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update2 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update2a | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update2c | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3 | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3a | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3b | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3f | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3g | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3j | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3l | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3m | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3n | |
| VMware vCenter | =6.7-update3o | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0 | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-a | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-b | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-c | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-d | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update1 | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update1a | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update1c | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update1d | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update2 | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update2a | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update2b | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update2c | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update2d | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update3 | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update3a | |
| VMware vCenter | =7.0-update3c | |
| VMware vCenter Server and Cloud Foundation | >=4.0<4.4.1 |
Remedy
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-22948?
CVE-2022-22948 has a high severity rating due to its potential for information disclosure by malicious actors.
How do I fix CVE-2022-22948?
To fix CVE-2022-22948, it is recommended to update the VMware vCenter Server to the latest version provided by VMware.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-22948?
CVE-2022-22948 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability due to improper permissions on files.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-22948?
CVE-2022-22948 affects users of VMware vCenter Server and Cloud Foundation who have non-administrative access.
What could be the consequences of exploiting CVE-2022-22948?
Exploiting CVE-2022-22948 could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information within the vCenter Server.
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