CVE-2022-22948
VMware vCenter Server Incorrect Default File Permissions Vulnerability
This vulnerability is in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog: attackers are using it. If you run vCenter Server, fix it now.
CISA required action: Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
US federal civilian agencies must remediate by Aug 7, 2024.
Patch status
Official fix available since
Apply the vendor's update to every affected system. Check the fixed-in versions below where known.
Basis: NVD patch reference
Description
The vCenter Server contains an information disclosure vulnerability due to improper permission of files. A malicious actor with non-administrative access to the vCenter Server may exploit this issue to gain access to sensitive information.
Source: NIST National Vulnerability Database. Official vulnerability data, reproduced as published.
Affected products
| Product | Vendor | Affected versions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| vCenter Server | VMware (Broadcom) | — | KEV |
| VMware vCenter Server | VMware (Broadcom) | 6.5; 6.7; 7.0 | NVD |
Sources: KEV = CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog; NVD = NIST National Vulnerability Database.
Intelligence timeline
Developments from the last 30 days, newest first.
- CVSS scoredUpdateKEV
CVE-2022-22948 scored CVSS 6.5: VMware vCenter Server, VMware vCenter Server Incorrect Default File Permissions Vulnerability
CISA lists this as exploited in the wild. Unpatched vCenter Server systems are exposed to active attacks now.
Basis: NIST National Vulnerability Database
- Patch releasedUpdateKEV
Patch released for CVE-2022-22948: VMware vCenter Server, VMware vCenter Server Incorrect Default File Permissions Vulnerability
An official fix is now available for VMware vCenter Server. This vulnerability is being exploited, so apply it promptly.
Basis: NVD patch reference
1 earlier event is available with a subscription. See plans.
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