CVE-2024-22235: Medium severity VMware Aria Operations vulnerability
Published Feb 21, 2024
·Updated
VMware Aria Operations contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability. A malicious actor with administrative access to the local system can escalate privileges to 'root'.
Affected Software
3 affected components
VMware Aria Operations
VMware Aria Operations>=8.6.0<8.16.0
VMware Cloud Foundation>=4.0<=5.2
Event History
Feb 21, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:59 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:59 AM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-22235?
The severity of CVE-2024-22235 is high due to its local privilege escalation capabilities.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-22235?
To fix CVE-2024-22235, apply the latest patches and updates provided by VMware for Aria Operations.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2024-22235?
CVE-2024-22235 affects users of VMware Aria Operations and VMware Cloud Foundation versions within the specified ranges.
4
Can CVE-2024-22235 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2024-22235 requires local administrative access, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely.
5
What should I do if I suspect my system is compromised due to CVE-2024-22235?
If you suspect a compromise due to CVE-2024-22235, immediately revoke access and conduct a thorough security assessment.