CVE-2022-35816 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Azure Site Recovery Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability was published by Microsoft on August 9, 2022. It poses a medium-severity risk with a CVSS base score of 6.5.

Understanding CVE-2022-35816

Azure Site Recovery Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability affects Azure Site Recovery VMWare to Azure version 9.0, with a custom version less than 9.50. The vulnerability type is Elevation of Privilege.

What is CVE-2022-35816?

The CVE-2022-35816 is an elevation of privilege vulnerability in Azure Site Recovery that allows attackers to gain elevated access to the affected system.

The Impact of CVE-2022-35816

This vulnerability can result in unauthorized access and potential exploitation of system resources, compromising the security and integrity of the Azure Site Recovery environment.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-35816

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability enables threat actors to escalate their privileges, potentially leading to unauthorized control over the Azure Site Recovery VMWare to Azure system.

Affected Systems and Versions

Azure Site Recovery VMWare to Azure version 9.0 is impacted, specifically the custom versions lower than 9.50.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with lower privileges can exploit this vulnerability to gain higher system access, bypassing security controls and potentially executing malicious activities.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Microsoft recommends applying the necessary security updates and patches to address CVE-2022-35816. Additionally, organizations should review and adjust access controls to limit unauthorized privileges.

Long-Term Security Practices

To enhance long-term security, continuous monitoring of system access, regular security assessments, and employee security awareness training are crucial.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for updates and security bulletins from Microsoft regarding Azure Site Recovery to stay informed about potential vulnerabilities and necessary patches.