VMware vRealize Operations Tenant Remote Code Execution (RCE) Scanner
Detects 'Remote Code Execution (RCE)' vulnerability in VMware vRealize Operations Tenant.
Short Info
Level
Critical
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
9 days 14 hours
Scan only one
Domain, IPv4, Subdomain
Toolbox
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VMware vRealize Operations is a widely used IT management platform designed to optimize the performance, efficiency, and capacity of enterprise environments. It is widely utilized in data centers by IT administrators to monitor virtual machines and other infrastructures. Its primary aim is to ensure the operational health of applications and infrastructure, and to automate key functions. The platform provides an integrated solution for monitoring, troubleshooting, and performing advanced analytics across the environment. Due to its comprehensive capabilities, it is relied upon by many organizations for maintaining the reliability and efficiency of their systems. vRealize Operations is thus a critical component in many enterprise IT strategies, providing valuable insights and automation features for IT operations management.
Remote Code Execution (RCE) is a severe vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on a target system. In the context of VMware vRealize Operations, exploiting this vulnerability can lead to full compromise of the application, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data. Typically, this type of vulnerability is exploited by manipulating inputs or leveraging flaws in the application logic. RCE vulnerabilities are critical as they can give attackers the ability to manipulate or control the affected system completely. In this case, the vulnerability is related to the Apache Log4j logging library, which is widely used across various software applications. Specific exploitation techniques involve crafting malicious requests or interactions that trigger the undesired execution of code.
Technically, the RCE vulnerability in VMware vRealize Operations involves the Apache Log4j library's handling of certain input strings. Specifically, maliciously crafted JNDI lookup references can potentially be inserted into log messages processed by Log4j. This particular vulnerability exploits the library’s capability of resolving particular strings dynamically, using Java Naming and Directory Interface (JNDI) services. Attackers can thus trick the application into executing malicious code by providing input that the Log4j library processes in an unsafe manner. The vulnerable endpoint in this context can be in the suite API, where an attacker can submit malicious content designed to trigger the exploit.
If the RCE vulnerability is successfully exploited, attackers can potentially execute arbitrary commands remotely, bypass security controls, and take complete control of the affected system. This could lead to unauthorized administrative access, exfiltration of sensitive data, and potential escalation to other connected systems within the network. The consequences can be severe, including causing service disruptions, deploying malware, or leveraging the compromised system to launch further attacks within the network. Organizations utilizing vRealize Operations must thus prioritize the remediation of this vulnerability to safeguard their environment.
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