CVE-2022-28169
First published: Tue Oct 25 2022(Updated: )
Brocade Webtools in Brocade Fabric OS versions before Brocade Fabric OS versions v9.1.1, v9.0.1e, and v8.2.3c could allow a low privilege webtools, user, to gain elevated admin rights, or privileges, beyond what is intended or entitled for that user. By exploiting this vulnerability, a user whose role is not an admin can create a new user with an admin role using the operator session id. The issue was replicated after intercepting the admin, and operator authorization headers sent unencrypted and editing a user addition request to use the operator's authorization header.
Credit: sirt@brocade.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom Fabric Operating System | >=8.0.0<8.2.3c | |
| Broadcom Fabric Operating System | >=9.0.0<9.0.1e | |
| Broadcom Fabric Operating System | >=9.1.0<9.1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-28169?
CVE-2022-28169 is a vulnerability in Brocade Webtools in Brocade Fabric OS versions before v9.1.1, v9.0.1e, and v8.2.3c that could allow a low privilege user to gain elevated admin rights.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28169?
The severity of CVE-2022-28169 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.
How does CVE-2022-28169 impact Brocade Fabric OS?
CVE-2022-28169 allows a low privilege Webtools user to gain elevated admin rights beyond what is intended or entitled for that user in Brocade Fabric OS versions prior to v9.1.1, v9.0.1e, and v8.2.3c.
Which versions of Brocade Fabric OS are affected by CVE-2022-28169?
Brocade Fabric OS versions prior to v9.1.1, v9.0.1e, and v8.2.3c are affected by CVE-2022-28169.
How can I fix CVE-2022-28169?
To fix CVE-2022-28169, update Brocade Fabric OS to version v9.1.1, v9.0.1e, or v8.2.3c or later.
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