SB2016082401 - Two vulnerabilities in VMware Identity Manager and vRealize Automation

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 2 secuirty vulnerabilities.

1) Remote code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-5336)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability is caused by unknown error in vRealize Automation. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable appliance.

2) Privilege escalation (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-5335)

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain elevated privileges.

The vulnerability exists due to unknown error in Identity Manager and vRealize Automation. A local user can elevate his privileges to root.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability will allow a local user to gain root privileges and complete control over vulnerable appliance.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References

• http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2016-0013.html