CVE-2022-31661
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2022-31661 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. VMware Workspace ONE Access, Identity Manager and vRealize Automation contain two privilege escalation vulnerabilities. A malicious actor with local access can escalate privileges to 'root'.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
VMware Workspace ONE Access, Identity Manager and vRealize Automation contain two privilege escalation vulnerabilities. A malicious actor with local access can escalate privileges to 'root'.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Identity Manager | 3.3.4 |
| Vmware | Identity Manager | 3.3.5 |
| Vmware | Identity Manager | 3.3.6 |
| Vmware | One Access | 21.08.0.0 |
| Vmware | One Access | 21.08.0.1 |
| Vmware | Access Connector | 21.08.0.0 |
| Vmware | Access Connector | 21.08.0.1 |
| Vmware | Access Connector | 22.05 |
| Vmware | Identity Manager Connector | 3.3.4 |
| Vmware | Identity Manager Connector | 3.3.5 |
| Vmware | Identity Manager Connector | 3.3.6 |
| Vmware | Identity Manager Connector | 19.03.0.1 |
References
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2022-0021.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2022-0021.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-31661?
VMware Workspace ONE Access, Identity Manager and vRealize Automation contain two privilege escalation vulnerabilities. A malicious actor with local access can escalate privileges to 'root'.
How severe is CVE-2022-31661?
CVE-2022-31661 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-31661?
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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