CVE-2022-22948

MEDIUM
2022-03-29 [email protected]
6.5
CVSS 3.1
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CVSS Vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
None
Availability
None

Lifecycle Timeline

4
Analysis Generated
Mar 26, 2026 - 11:19 vuln.today
Patch Released
Oct 31, 2025 - 15:56 nvd
Patch available
Added to CISA KEV
Oct 31, 2025 - 15:56 cisa
CISA KEV
CVE Published
Mar 29, 2022 - 18:15 nvd
MEDIUM 6.5

Description

The vCenter Server contains an information disclosure vulnerability due to improper permission of files. A malicious actor with non-administrative access to the vCenter Server may exploit this issue to gain access to sensitive information.

Analysis

The vCenter Server contains an information disclosure vulnerability due to improper permission of files.

Technical Context

Privilege escalation allows a low-privileged user or process to gain elevated permissions beyond what was originally authorized. This vulnerability is classified as Incorrect Default Permissions (CWE-276).

Remediation

A vendor patch is available — apply it immediately. Apply the principle of least privilege. Keep systems patched. Monitor for suspicious privilege changes. Use mandatory access controls (SELinux, AppArmor).

Priority Score

121
Low Medium High Critical
KEV: +50
EPSS: +28.8
CVSS: +32
POC: 0

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