CVE-2022-38658

HCL BigFix Server Automation (SA) is affected by a security vulnerability around Notification Service

Description

BigFix deployments that have installed the Notification Service on Windows are susceptible to disclosing SMTP BigFix operator's sensitive data in clear text. Operators who use Notification Service related content from BES Support are at risk of leaving their SMTP sensitive data exposed.

Category

7.7
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory hcltechsw.com
Affected: HCL Software BigFix Server Automation
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.hcltechsw.com/csm?id=kb_article&sysparm_article=KB0102117 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-38658?
CVE-2022-38658 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-38658?
To fix CVE-2022-38658, 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-2022-38658 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-38658 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-2022-38658?
CVE-2022-38658 affects HCL Software BigFix Server Automation.
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