CVE-2016-1989

HPE Network Automation 9.22 through 9.22.02 and 10.x before 10.00.02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information via…

published March 15, 2016

CVSS
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EPSS
11%
Percentile
95.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ This vulnerability might seem subtle, but it's like a hidden trapdoor in your network automation! Think of HPE Network Automation as a high-security vault. This vulnerability is the unmonitored service entrance that could let someone in without a security check. If they find it, they could access sensitive data or even take control, just like a thief slipping through an unnoticed back door. If exploited, attackers could run arbitrary commands or gather sensitive information, leading to potential data breaches or system manipulation. This means your carefully secured environment could be compromised, putting your data and operations at risk.

Put simply

Think of HPE Network Automation as a high-security vault. This vulnerability is the unmonitored service entrance that could let someone in without a security check. If they find it, they could access sensitive data or even take control, just like a thief slipping through an unnoticed back door. CVE-2016-1989 affects HPE Network Automation versions 9.22 to 9.22.02 and 10.x before 10.00.02, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or leak sensitive data through unspecified vectors, distinct from CVE-2016-1988.

What to do

If exploited, attackers could run arbitrary commands or gather sensitive information, leading to potential data breaches or system manipulation. This means your carefully secured environment could be compromised, putting your data and operations at risk. To safeguard your network, ensure you update HPE Network Automation to version 10.00.02 or later. Regularly review and monitor your network for any unusual activity, and consider implementing additional security measures to identify potential vulnerabilities. You've got this! With these steps, you’ll keep your network secure like a pro! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.10551 · 95.7th percentile
Published
2016-03-15T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 MAR 00:00Z
    HPE Network Automation 9.22 through 9.22.02 and 10.x before 10.00.02 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information via…
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