Command Injection Vulnerability in VMware Aria Operations for Networks
CVE-2023-20887

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor: Vmware
Status: Aria Operations for Networks (Formerly vRealize Network Insight)
Vendor: CVE Published:; 7 June 2023

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 97%🦅 CISA Reported📰 News Worthy

Summary

VMware Aria Operations for Networks is affected by a command injection vulnerability that potentially allows a malicious actor with network access to execute arbitrary commands on the server. This flaw could lead to unauthorized actions and data exposure, underscoring the necessity for prompt patching. Organizations using this product should prioritize vulnerability assessments and implement protective measures to mitigate possible exploitation scenarios.

CISA Reported

CISA provides regional cyber and physical services to support security and resilience across the United States. CISA monitor the most dangerious vulnerabilities and have identifed as being exploited but is not known by the CISA to be used in ransomware campaigns. This is subject to change at pace

The CISA's recommendation is: Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Affected Version(s)

Aria Operations for Networks (Formerly vRealize Network Insight) Aria Operations for Networks (Formerly vRealize Network Insight) 6.x

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

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