CVE-2020-11844CWE-863

Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in the Micro Focus Container Deployment Foundation affecting multiple products.

Critical · published May 29, 2020

CVSS v3.1
10.0
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An incorrect authorization vulnerability lets users slip through the cracks in Micro Focus' platforms — like a security guard who forgets to check IDs at an exclusive event! It's as if someone could stroll into the VIP area of a concert simply by pretending to be someone important — no one verifies their identity, and suddenly, they're backstage! This is how dangerously simple it is for an unauthorized user to access restricted areas of your system. An attacker exploiting this flaw could gain unauthorized access to the Container Deployment Foundation, potentially accessing sensitive data, manipulating resources, or even disrupting your operations. With a CVSS score of 10, the stakes are unbelievably high; think of it as leaving the front door wide open for intruders to walk in and wreak havoc.

Put simply

It's as if someone could stroll into the VIP area of a concert simply by pretending to be someone important — no one verifies their identity, and suddenly, they're backstage! This is how dangerously simple it is for an unauthorized user to access restricted areas of your system. This vulnerability arises from incorrect authorization checks within various Micro Focus products, allowing unauthorized users to access restricted functionalities and data. It impacts several versions of Hybrid Cloud Management, ArcSight products, and more, making it a widespread concern.

What to do

An attacker exploiting this flaw could gain unauthorized access to the Container Deployment Foundation, potentially accessing sensitive data, manipulating resources, or even disrupting your operations. With a CVSS score of 10, the stakes are unbelievably high; think of it as leaving the front door wide open for intruders to walk in and wreak havoc. To mitigate this risk, immediately patch to the fixed versions provided by Micro Focus for your affected products. Additionally, review your access controls and ensure that authorization checks are correctly implemented to prevent unauthorized access in the future. You've got this! With these steps, you'll be on your way to locking down your systems and keeping those intruders at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
10.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02057 · 81.1th percentile
Weakness
CWE-863 · Incorrect Authorization
Published
2020-05-29T21:15Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 MAY 21:15Z
    Incorrect Authorization vulnerability in the Micro Focus Container Deployment Foundation affecting multiple products.
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