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Rewterz Threat Advisory – CVE-2022-26373 – VMware ESXi Vulnerability
August 10, 2022Rewterz Threat Advisory – Multiple VMware vRealize Operations Vulnerabilities
August 10, 2022Rewterz Threat Advisory – CVE-2022-26373 – VMware ESXi Vulnerability
August 10, 2022Rewterz Threat Advisory – Multiple VMware vRealize Operations Vulnerabilities
August 10, 2022
Severity
Medium
Analysis Summary
CVE-2022-22983
VMware Workstation for Windows could allow a local authenticated attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by improper storage of credentials. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to disclose users’ passwords and use this information to launch further attacks against the affected system.
Impact
- Information Disclosure
Indicators Of Compromise
CVE
- CVE-2022-22983
Affected Vendors
VMware
Affected Products
- VMware Workstation for Windows 16.0
- VMware Workstation for Windows 16.1
Remediation
Refer to VMware Security Advisory for patch, upgrade or suggested workaround information.