CVE-2022-35785 : What You Need to Know

Azure Site Recovery Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability was published on August 9, 2022, by Microsoft. The vulnerability affects Azure Site Recovery VMWare to Azure version 9.0 up to version 9.50.

Understanding CVE-2022-35785

This CVE outlines an Elevation of Privilege vulnerability in Azure Site Recovery, allowing unauthorized users to gain elevated privileges.

What is CVE-2022-35785?

The CVE-2022-35785 vulnerability refers to an elevation of privilege issue in Azure Site Recovery, potentially enabling attackers to gain unauthorized access.

The Impact of CVE-2022-35785

This vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 6.5, indicating a medium severity level. If exploited, attackers could escalate their privileges and compromise the affected systems.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-35785

This section provides insights into the vulnerability, affected systems, and exploitation mechanism.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows unauthorized users to escalate their privileges in Azure Site Recovery, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the system.

Affected Systems and Versions

Azure Site Recovery VMWare to Azure versions 9.0 up to version 9.50 are impacted by this vulnerability on an unknown platform.

Exploitation Mechanism

By exploiting this vulnerability, unauthorized individuals can elevate their privileges within Azure Site Recovery, posing a risk of unauthorized access and control.

Mitigation and Prevention

To safeguard against CVE-2022-35785, immediate action and long-term security practices are essential.

Immediate Steps to Take

Immediately apply security patches, enforce least privilege access, and monitor for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update Azure Site Recovery, conduct security assessments, and educate users on best security practices.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Microsoft, apply patches promptly, and maintain proactive security measures.