CVE-2018-7120

Description

A security vulnerability in the HPE Virtual Connect SE 16Gb Fibre Channel Module for HPE Synergy running firmware 5.00.50, which is part of the HPE Synergy Custom SPP 2018.11.20190205, could allow local or remote unauthorized elevation of privilege.

9.8

CVSS

Severity: Critical

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 1.03% Top 25%

Vendor Advisory hpe.com

Affected: HPE HPE Virtual Connect SE 16Gb Fibre Channel Module for HPE Synergy

References

Link	Tags
https://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale=en_US&docId=emr_na-hpesbhf03916en_us	vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-7120?: CVE-2018-7120 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-7120?: To fix CVE-2018-7120, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-7120 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2018-7120 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-7120?: CVE-2018-7120 affects HPE HPE Virtual Connect SE 16Gb Fibre Channel Module for HPE Synergy.

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