CVE-2025-22231: VMware Aria Operations updates address a local privilege escalation vulnerability (CVE-2025-22231)
First published: Tue Apr 01 2025(Updated: )
VMware Aria Operations contains a local privilege escalation vulnerability. A malicious actor with local administrative privileges can escalate their privileges to root on the appliance running VMware Aria Operations.
Credit: security@vmware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VMware vRealize Operations |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-22231?
CVE-2025-22231 is classified as a local privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2025-22231?
To fix CVE-2025-22231, apply the latest security patches provided by VMware for Aria Operations.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-22231?
CVE-2025-22231 affects users with local administrative privileges on appliances running VMware Aria Operations.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-22231?
CVE-2025-22231 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that allows malicious actors to escalate privileges.
Can I exploit CVE-2025-22231 remotely?
No, CVE-2025-22231 requires local access with administrative privileges to exploit.
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