CVE-2022-33182
First published: Tue Oct 25 2022(Updated: )
A privilege escalation vulnerability in Brocade Fabric OS CLI before Brocade Fabric OS v9.1.0, 9.0.1e, 8.2.3c, 8.2.0cbn5, could allow a local authenticated user to escalate its privilege to root using switch commands “supportlink”, “firmwaredownload”, “portcfgupload, license, and “fosexec”.
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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-33182.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-33182?
The severity of CVE-2022-33182 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-33182?
Brocade Fabric OS versions between 8.0.0 and 8.2.3c, as well as versions between 9.0.0 and 9.0.1e are affected.
How can a local authenticated user exploit CVE-2022-33182?
By using specific switch commands such as "supportlink", "firmwaredownload", "portcfgupload", "license", and "fosexec", a local authenticated user can escalate their privilege to root.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-33182?
Yes, updating to Brocade Fabric OS v9.1.0 or later will fix the vulnerability.
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