CVE-2022-22964
First published: Mon Apr 11 2022(Updated: )
VMware Horizon Agent for Linux (prior to 22.x) contains a local privilege escalation that allows a user to escalate to root due to a vulnerable configuration file.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Horizon | <2203 | |
| Linux Linux kernel |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-22964?
CVE-2022-22964 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability in VMware Horizon Agent for Linux (prior to version 22.x) that allows a user to escalate to root due to a vulnerable configuration file.
How does CVE-2022-22964 affect VMware Horizon Agent for Linux?
CVE-2022-22964 affects VMware Horizon Agent for Linux (prior to version 22.x) by allowing a user to escalate privileges to root.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-22964?
The severity of CVE-2022-22964 is high, with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can I fix CVE-2022-22964?
To fix CVE-2022-22964, update VMware Horizon Agent for Linux to version 22.x or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-22964?
More information about CVE-2022-22964 can be found in the VMware security advisory VMSA-2022-0012 at the following link: https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2022-0012.html
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