CVE-2023-22751

Unauthenticated Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerabilities in the PAPI Protocol

Description

There are stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities that could lead to unauthenticated remote code execution by sending specially crafted packets destined to the PAPI (Aruba Networks access point management protocol) UDP port (8211). Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities result in the ability to execute arbitrary code as a privileged user on the underlying operating system.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 1.62% Top 20%
Vendor Advisory arubanetworks.com
Affected: Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Aruba Mobility Conductor (formerly Mobility Master); Aruba Mobility Controllers; WLAN Gateways and SD-WAN Gateways managed by Aruba Central
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-22751?
CVE-2023-22751 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-22751?
To fix CVE-2023-22751, 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-2023-22751 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2023-22751 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-22751?
CVE-2023-22751 affects Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Aruba Mobility Conductor (formerly Mobility Master); Aruba Mobility Controllers; WLAN Gateways and SD-WAN Gateways managed by Aruba Central.
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