CVE-2020-3977 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

VMware Horizon DaaS (7.x and 8.x before 8.0.1 Update 1) contains a broken authentication vulnerability that could allow attackers to bypass two-factor authentication.

Understanding CVE-2020-3977

This CVE involves a security flaw in VMware Horizon DaaS that affects versions 7.x and 8.x before 8.0.1 Update 1.

What is CVE-2020-3977?

CVE-2020-3977 is a broken authentication vulnerability in VMware Horizon DaaS, enabling attackers to exploit flaws in the first factor authentication process.

The Impact of CVE-2020-3977

The successful exploitation of this vulnerability may permit attackers to bypass the two-factor authentication mechanism, provided they possess a legitimate account on Horizon DaaS.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-3977

VMware Horizon DaaS (7.x and 8.x before 8.0.1 Update 1) is susceptible to the following:

Vulnerability Description

Broken authentication vulnerability in the first factor authentication process.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: VMware Horizon DaaS
Versions: 7.x and 8.x before 8.0.1 Update 1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with legitimate accounts on Horizon DaaS can exploit the flaw to bypass two-factor authentication.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-3977, consider the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update VMware Horizon DaaS to version 8.0.1 Update 1 or later.
Monitor for any unauthorized access or unusual activities on the system.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong password policies and multi-factor authentication.
Regularly review and update security configurations and access controls.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches and updates provided by VMware to address known vulnerabilities.