CVE-2017-4942
MEDIUMCVSS 4.9/10EPSS 1.67%
Last modified
CVE-2017-4942 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.9/10 on the CVSS scale. VMware AirWatch Console (AWC) contains a Broken Access Control vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this issue could result in end-user device details being disclosed to an unauthorized administrator.. EPSS estimates a 1.67% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
VMware AirWatch Console (AWC) contains a Broken Access Control vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this issue could result in end-user device details being disclosed to an unauthorized administrator.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Airwatch Console | >= 9.0, < 9.2.2.0 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102171Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040003Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0020.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102171Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040003Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0020.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-4942?
VMware AirWatch Console (AWC) contains a Broken Access Control vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this issue could result in end-user device details being disclosed to an unauthorized administrator.
How severe is CVE-2017-4942?
CVE-2017-4942 has a CVSS score of 4.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-4942?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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