CVE-2022-42897

Array Networks AG/vxAG with ArrayOS AG before 9.4.0.469 allows unauthenticated command injection that leads to privilege escalation and control of the system

Critical · published October 12, 2022

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single unauthenticated command injection opens the door wide for attackers, allowing complete control of the system! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where the kitchen staff can prepare any dish just by saying the name, without anyone checking their ID. This means anyone could walk in and make off with the secret recipes—or in this case, the entire system's control. If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access, escalating their privileges to execute arbitrary commands. This means they could steal sensitive information, alter configurations, or even bring the whole system to its knees—absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where the kitchen staff can prepare any dish just by saying the name, without anyone checking their ID. This means anyone could walk in and make off with the secret recipes—or in this case, the entire system's control. This vulnerability in Array Networks AG/vxAG with ArrayOS AG before version 9.4.0.469 enables unauthenticated command injection, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands with elevated privileges.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access, escalating their privileges to execute arbitrary commands. This means they could steal sensitive information, alter configurations, or even bring the whole system to its knees—absolutely devastating! Immediately upgrade to ArrayOS AG version 9.4.0.469 or later to mitigate this risk. Ensure you audit your systems for any signs of unauthorized access and tighten access controls to limit potential exploits. 🛡️ You've got this! With swift action, you can secure your systems and keep those attackers at bay! 💪😄

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01601 · 75.6th percentile
Published
2022-10-12T00:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 OCT 00:00Z
    Array Networks AG/vxAG with ArrayOS AG before 9.4.0.469 allows unauthenticated command injection that leads to privilege escalation and control of the system
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