Vulnerability identifier: #VU68769
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-254
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
ArubaOS
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
SD-WAN
Hardware solutions /
Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
Vendor: Aruba Networks
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists in the way ArubaOS handles boot process in 7xxx series controllers during the boot sequence. A remote authenticated user can achieve permanent modification of the underlying operating system and escalate privileges.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
ArubaOS: 6.5.4.0 - 10.3.0.0
External links
http://www.arubanetworks.com/assets/alert/ARUBA-PSA-2022-016.txt
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.