SB20230719127 - Access control rules bypass in Arista EOS



SB20230719127 - Access control rules bypass in Arista EOS

Published: July 19, 2023 Updated: May 17, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB20230719127
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Security features bypass (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-28511)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass implemented ACL rules.

The vulnerability exists due to an error when handling traffic if a NAT ACL rule filter with permit action matches the packet flow. A remote attacker can bypass ACL rules.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.