#VU59055 Improper Authentication in VMware Workspace One Access - CVE-2021-22057

Vulnerability identifier: #VU59055

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-22057

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
VMware Workspace One Access
Operating systems & Components / Operating system package or component

Vendor: VMware, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when processing 2FA authentication. A remote attacker can obtain the second-factor authentication provided by VMware Verify and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

VMware Workspace One Access: 20.10.0.0 - 21.08.0.1

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External links
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2021-0030.html
https://kb.vmware.com/s/article/87183

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.