CVE-2022-22948VulnerabilityPublished 07/17/2024Updated 10/24/2026
CVE-2022-22948: VMware vCenter Server Incorrect Default File Permissions Vulnerability
Affects VMware vCenter ServerSource CISA KEV
Severity
HighNo CVSS score published yet
- Exploitation
Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 07/17/2024
- KEV deadline
- 08/07/2024
- EPSS
- 13.3% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 96% of CVEs
What to do
CISA required action
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Description
VMware vCenter Server contains an incorrect default file permissions vulnerability that allows a remote, privileged attacker to gain access to sensitive information.