Vulnerability Description
The vCenter Server contains multiple local privilege escalation vulnerabilities due to improper permissions of files and directories. An authenticated local user with non-administrative privilege may exploit these issues to elevate their privileges to root on vCenter Server Appliance.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Vmware | Cloud Foundation | >= 3.0, < 5.0 |
| Vmware | Vcenter Server | 6.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/170116/VMware-vCenter-vScalation-Privilege-ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0020.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/170116/VMware-vCenter-vScalation-Privilege-ExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0020.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-22015?
CVE-2021-22015 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The vCenter Server contains multiple local privilege escalation vulnerabilities due to improper permissions of files and directories. An authenticated local user with non-administrative privilege may ...
How severe is CVE-2021-22015?
CVE-2021-22015 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-22015?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Vmware Cloud Foundation, Vmware Vcenter Server.