CVE-2017-4942

Description

VMware AirWatch Console (AWC) contains a Broken Access Control vulnerability. Successful exploitation of this issue could result in end-user device details being disclosed to an unauthorized administrator.

4.9

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.1 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.41%

Vendor Advisory vmware.com

Affected: VMware Airwatch Console

References

Link	Tags
https://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2017-0020.html	patch vendor advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040003	third party advisory vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102171	third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-4942?: CVE-2017-4942 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-4942?: To fix CVE-2017-4942, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-4942 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-4942 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-4942?: CVE-2017-4942 affects VMware Airwatch Console.

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