Security readout for executives and security teams
CyberArk Password Vault Web Access exposed a remote code execution flaw in its REST API. A remote attacker could abuse a serialized .NET object in an HTTP Authorization header. Because PVWA fronts privileged credential access, vulnerable internet- or network-reachable systems should be treated as high business risk. Exposure is limited to organizations running CyberArk PVWA versions before 9.9.5 or 10.x before 10.1, especially where the REST API is reachable by untrusted networks. Treat this as urgent for any vulnerable CyberArk PVWA deployment. The product manages privileged access, and remote code execution against it can threaten credential security and administrative control. Mitigation focus: Upgrade PVWA to 9.9.5, 10.1, or a later supported release.; Restrict PVWA REST API access to trusted administrative networks.; Check CyberArk guidance for current supported fixes and hardening..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- 44429CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
- https://www.redteam-pentesting.de/en/advisories/rt-sa-2017-014/-cyberark-password-vault-web-access-remote-code-executionCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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