CVE-2020-7123 : Security Advisory and Response

A local escalation of privilege vulnerability was discovered in Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager version(s) prior to 6.9.5, 6.8.9, 6.7.14-HF1. Aruba has released patches to address this security issue.

Understanding CVE-2020-7123

This CVE identifies a local privilege escalation vulnerability in Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager.

What is CVE-2020-7123?

The CVE-2020-7123 vulnerability pertains to a local escalation of privilege in Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager versions prior to 6.9.5, 6.8.9, 6.7.14-HF1.

The Impact of CVE-2020-7123

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to elevate their privileges on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-7123

Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager is affected by this vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability involves a local escalation of privilege within the software.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager
Versions Affected: Prior to 6.9.5, 6.8.9, 6.7.14-HF1

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability could be exploited by a local attacker to gain elevated privileges on the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

It is crucial to take immediate steps to address and prevent exploitation of this vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply the patches released by Aruba for ClearPass Policy Manager.
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities.
Restrict access to vulnerable systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to prevent vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits and assessments periodically.
Educate users on best security practices to prevent unauthorized access.
Implement the principle of least privilege to limit user access.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all systems running Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager are updated to versions 6.9.5, 6.8.9, or 6.7.14-HF1 to mitigate the vulnerability.