CVE-2022-31687

VMware Workspace ONE Assist prior to 22.10 contains a Broken Access Control vulnerability

Critical · published November 9, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
59.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A malicious actor can waltz right into VMware Workspace ONE Assist without even knocking! 🔥 Think of this vulnerability like a security guard who lets in anyone without checking their ID — if they can see the front door, they can just stroll right in and take over. An attacker with network access could gain full administrative privileges, allowing them to change settings, access sensitive data, or even control devices throughout the organization. This could lead to an absolute disaster, turning a helpful tool into a security nightmare!

Put simply

Think of this vulnerability like a security guard who lets in anyone without checking their ID — if they can see the front door, they can just stroll right in and take over. This broken access control flaw allows unauthorized users to gain administrative access without authentication, effectively bypassing security measures that are supposed to protect sensitive operations.

What to do

An attacker with network access could gain full administrative privileges, allowing them to change settings, access sensitive data, or even control devices throughout the organization. This could lead to an absolute disaster, turning a helpful tool into a security nightmare! Immediately update VMware Workspace ONE Assist to version 22.10 or later to patch this vulnerability. Review network access controls to limit exposure and enhance monitoring for any suspicious activity. Act now to protect your systems! You've got this! Follow these steps and you'll have your defenses bolstered in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00915 · 59.8th percentile
Published
2022-11-09T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 NOV 00:00Z
    VMware Workspace ONE Assist prior to 22.10 contains a Broken Access Control vulnerability
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