8.8
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated
Advisory Published

CVE-2022-40773: ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP exportMickeyList Improper Input Validation Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Sat Nov 12 2022(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the exportMickeyList action. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to resources normally protected from the user.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus<10.6
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10600
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10601
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10602
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10603
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10604
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10605
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10606
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10607
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus (SDP) / SupportCenter Plus=10.6-10608
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus<11.0
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11000
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11001
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11002
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11003
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11004
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11005
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11006
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11007
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11008
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11009
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11010
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11011
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11012
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11013
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11014
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11015
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11016
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11017
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11018
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11019
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11020
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11021
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11022
Zohocorp Manageengine Supportcenter Plus=11.0-11024
ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2022-40773?

    CVE-2022-40773 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP.

  • Does CVE-2022-40773 require authentication to exploit?

    Yes, authentication is required to exploit CVE-2022-40773.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-40773?

    CVE-2022-40773 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

  • How can I fix CVE-2022-40773?

    To fix CVE-2022-40773, users should update to a patched version of ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP or apply the necessary security updates.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-40773?

    More information about CVE-2022-40773 can be found on the official ManageEngine website and the Zero Day Initiative advisory page.

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