CVE-2022-22954
Published: April 14, 2022
Official Description
VMware Workspace ONE Access and Identity Manager allow for remote code execution due to server-side template injection.
CISA KEV Advisory
VMware Workspace ONE Access and Identity Manager Server-Side Template Injection Vulnerability
VMware Workspace ONE Access and Identity Manager allow for remote code execution due to server-side template injection.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
VMware Workspace ONE Access and Identity Manager are vulnerable to remote code execution due to a server-side template injection flaw. The high EPSS score of 0.94444 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability. This flaw is actively exploited.
Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild, and it is listed in CISA's KEV catalog. The flaw is remotely exploitable.
Apply the latest security patches from VMware for Workspace ONE Access and Identity Manager to address this server-side template injection vulnerability. Implement network segmentation to protect these critical infrastructure components.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2022-22954 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2022-22954 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (1)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2022-22954 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1