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 MSP
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP<10.6
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10600
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10601
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10602
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10603
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10604
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10605
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10606
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10607
Zoho ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus MSP=10.6-10608
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus<11.0
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11000
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11001
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11002
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11003
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11004
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11005
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11006
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11007
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11008
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11009
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11010
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11011
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11012
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11013
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11014
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11015
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11016
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11017
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11018
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11019
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11020
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11021
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11022
ManageEngine SupportCenter Plus=11.0-11024

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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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