CVE-2022-38651: Critical severity vmware hyperic server vulnerability

Published Nov 12, 2022
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Updated

UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED A security filter misconfiguration exists in VMware Hyperic Server 5.8.6. Exploitation of this vulnerability enables a malicious party to bypass some authentication requirements when issuing requests to Hyperic Server. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.

Affected Software

1 affected component
VMware Hyperic Server=5.8.6

Event History

Nov 12, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38651?

CVE-2022-38651 is categorized as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authentication bypass.

2

What are the affected versions for CVE-2022-38651?

CVE-2022-38651 specifically affects VMware Hyperic Server version 5.8.6.

3

How do I fix CVE-2022-38651?

To mitigate CVE-2022-38651, it's recommended to upgrade to a later version of VMware Hyperic Server that addresses this security filter misconfiguration.

4

Can CVE-2022-38651 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2022-38651 allows a malicious party to bypass authentication, potentially leading to unauthorized access.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2022-38651?

No official patch has been released for CVE-2022-38651, as it involves a misconfiguration in an unsupported version.

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