CVE-2022-46901 Missing authorization in n/a

High 7.5 Published 25 Jul 2023 Updated 23 Oct 2024

Unauthenticated attackers can execute system tasks and modify or clear the database via the Vocera Report Console websocket interface.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2022-46901?

CVE-2022-46901 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Jul 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

An issue was discovered in Vocera Report Server and Voice Server 5.x through 5.8. There is an Access Control Violation for Database Operations. The Vocera Report Console contains a websocket interface that allows for the unauthenticated execution of various tasks and database functions. This includes system tasks, and backing up, loading, and clearing of the database.

Weakness: CWE-668

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-46901?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Vocera Report Server, Vocera Voice Server.

How do I fix CVE-2022-46901?

No fix has been published for CVE-2022-46901 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2022-46901 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2022-46901 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-9476-hgjr-4g2q.