#VU6506 Security bypass in HP Network Automation - CVE-2017-5813

Vulnerability identifier: #VU6506

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-5813

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
HP Network Automation
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Hewlett Packard Enterprise Development LP

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker to bypass security restrictions to the targeted system.

The weakness exists due to an unspecified condition that exists within the affected software. A remote attacker can bypass certain restrictions, view sensitive information or conduct further attacks.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability results unauthorized access to the vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Update to version 10.00.022, 10.11.03 or 10.21.01.

Vulnerable software versions

HP Network Automation: 9.1 - 10.20

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External links
https://h20564.www2.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docId=emr_na-hpesbgn03740en_us

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.