#VU85425 Improper access control in Aria Automation (formerly vRealize Automation) - CVE-2023-34063

Vulnerability identifier: #VU85425

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv4.0: 5.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Amber]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-34063

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Aria Automation (formerly vRealize Automation)
Server applications / Directory software, identity management

Vendor: VMware, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to remote organizations and workflows.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Aria Automation (formerly vRealize Automation): 8.11.0 - 8.14.1

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External links
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2024-0001.html
https://kb.vmware.com/s/article/96098
https://support.broadcom.com/web/ecx/support-content-notification/-/external/content/SecurityAdvisories/0/23680

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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.