Vulnerability identifier: #VU75937

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-24978

CWE-ID: CWE-522

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Zoho ManageEngine ADAudit Plus
Server applications / Remote management servers, RDP, SSH

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges within the application.

The vulnerability exists due to password field is present in a JSON response. A remote user can retrieve password from the application and escalate privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://pitstop.manageengine.com/portal/en/community/topic/cve-2022-24978-privilege-escalation-vulnerability-manageengine-adaudit-plus

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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.