CVE-2022-33753: High severity broadcom ca automic workload automation vulnerability

Published Jun 16, 2022
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Updated

CA Automic Automation 12.2 and 12.3 contain an insecure file creation and handling vulnerability in the Automic agent that could allow a user to potentially elevate privileges.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Broadcom Ca Automic Automation=12.2
Broadcom Ca Automic Automation=12.3

Event History

Jun 16, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:21 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:21 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-33753?

CVE-2022-33753 is classified as a critical vulnerability that can lead to privilege escalation in CA Automic Automation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-33753?

To mitigate CVE-2022-33753, upgrade your CA Automic Automation installation to version 12.4 or later.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2022-33753?

CVE-2022-33753 affects CA Automic Automation versions 12.2 and 12.3.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-33753?

CVE-2022-33753 is an insecure file creation and handling vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2022-33753 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2022-33753 can potentially be exploited by a local user to elevate privileges.

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