High · published November 19, 2025
⚡ An authenticated read-only user could suddenly claim admin rights, all because of a sneaky access control flaw! 😱 Think of it like having a ‘do not enter’ sign on a restricted area, but someone walks in because the door was left wide open — no questions asked! If exploited, a read-only user could gain full administrative access, potentially wreaking havoc on the entire system! This could lead to unauthorized data manipulation, or even worse, total system compromise. The consequences could be absolutely devastating!
Think of it like having a ‘do not enter’ sign on a restricted area, but someone walks in because the door was left wide open — no questions asked! This vulnerability in the SSH restricted shell interface allows authenticated users with read-only privileges to bypass access controls, granting them elevated privileges that should remain tightly guarded.
If exploited, a read-only user could gain full administrative access, potentially wreaking havoc on the entire system! This could lead to unauthorized data manipulation, or even worse, total system compromise. The consequences could be absolutely devastating! To patch this, update your SSH software to the latest version available and ensure that proper access control configurations are reviewed and enforced for all user roles. Regular audits of user privileges are also essential to maintain security. You've got this! Take these steps and you'll keep your system safe and sound. 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| hpe/arubaos-cx | ≥ 10.10.0000, < 10.10.1170 | 10.10.1170 |
| hpe/arubaos-cx | ≥ 10.13.0000, < 10.13.1101 | 10.13.1101 |
| hpe/arubaos-cx | ≥ 10.14.0000, < 10.14.1060 | 10.14.1060 |
| hpe/arubaos-cx | ≥ 10.15.0000, < 10.15.1030 | 10.15.1030 |
| hpe/arubaos-cx | ≥ 10.16.0000, < 10.16.1001 | 10.16.1001 |