Vulnerability identifier: #VU37520

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2016-8533

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Matrix Operating Environment
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: HPE

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated user to execute arbitrary code.

A remote priviledge escalation vulnerability in HPE Matrix Operating Environment version 7.6 was found.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Matrix Operating Environment: 7.6

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External links
http://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=emr_na-c05385680

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.