Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in VMware vCenter Server Analytics Service
CVE-2021-22005
Key Information:
- Vendor
- Vmware
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 23 September 2021
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Summary
The vCenter Server is affected by a vulnerability in its Analytics service that allows for arbitrary file uploads. A malicious actor with network access to port 443 can exploit this flaw to upload specially crafted files. This action could enable the execution of unauthorized code on the server, potentially compromising its integrity and security. It is crucial for system administrators to apply the necessary patches or mitigate measures to safeguard their environments from such vulnerabilities.
CISA Reported
CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed as being exploited and is known by the CISA as enabling ransomware campaigns.
The CISA's recommendation is: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Affected Version(s)
VMware vCenter Server, VMware Cloud Foundation VMware vCenter Server(7.x before 7.0 U2c and 6.7 before 6.7 U3o) and VMware Cloud Foundation (4.x before 4.3 and 3.x before 3.10.2.2)
Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)
PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.
References
EPSS Score
94% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.
CVSS V3.1
Timeline
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Public PoC available
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Used in Ransomware
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Exploit known to exist
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CISA Reported
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved