CVE-2022-31678: XEE

Published Oct 28, 2022
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Updated

VMware Cloud Foundation (NSX-V) contains an XML External Entity (XXE) vulnerability. On VCF 3.x instances with NSX-V deployed, this may allow a user to exploit this issue leading to a denial-of-service condition or unintended information disclosure.

Affected Software

2 affected components
VMware Cloud Foundation<3.11
VMware Nsx Data Center Vsphere<6.4.14

Event History

Oct 28, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this VMware Cloud Foundation (NSX-V) vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this VMware Cloud Foundation (NSX-V) vulnerability is CVE-2022-31678.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-31678?

The severity of CVE-2022-31678 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.1.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2022-31678?

The affected software for CVE-2022-31678 includes VMware Cloud Foundation (up to version 3.11) and VMware NSX Data Center (up to version 6.4.14).

4

What is the impact of CVE-2022-31678?

CVE-2022-31678 may allow a user to exploit this issue leading to a denial-of-service condition or unintended information disclosure.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-31678?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-31678 in the VMware security advisory VMSA-2022-0027.

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