#VU73225 Improper Authentication in Avalanche - CVE-2022-44574

Vulnerability identifier: #VU73225

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 8.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-44574

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Avalanche
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor: Ivanti

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in when processing authentication requests within the Remote Control Server RCServlet servlet. A remote attacker can bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Avalanche: 6.1 - 6.3.0.555

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External links
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-228/
https://forums.ivanti.com/s/article/Avalanche-ZDI-CAN-19513-Security-Advisory?language=en_US

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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