Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in HPE Network Automation
CVE-2016-8511

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
HP
Status
Network Automation
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 February 2018

Summary

A vulnerability exists in HPE Network Automation, which allows for remote code execution due to improper handling of Java Deserialization in the RPCServlet. This flaw can expose systems to unauthorized code execution, enabling malicious actors to potentially gain control over affected installations. The vulnerability impacts several versions including v9.1x, v9.2x, and subsequent updates up to v10.20, necessitating prompt attention from users to safeguard their devices.

Affected Version(s)

Network Automation v9.1x, v9.2x, v10.00, v10.00.01, v10.00.02, v10.10, v10.11, v10.11.01, v10.20

References

https://www.tenable.com/security/research/tra-2016-39
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https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=emr...
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94610
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EPSS Score

23% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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