VMware vRealize Log Insight setConfig Missing Authentication for Critical Function Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
February 9th, 2023
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of VMware vRealize Log Insight. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the setConfig function. The issue results from the lack of authentication prior to allowing access to functionality. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.
Additional Details
VMware has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2023-0001.html
Disclosure Timeline
- 2022-09-02 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2023-02-09 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
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