CVE-2020-7160 : What You Need to Know
Discover the iccselectdeviceseries expression language injection remote code execution vulnerability in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07). Learn about the impact, affected systems, and mitigation steps.
A iccselectdeviceseries expression language injection remote code execution vulnerability was discovered in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) version(s): Prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07).
Understanding CVE-2020-7160
This CVE involves a remote code execution vulnerability in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) software.
What is CVE-2020-7160?
The vulnerability allows for remote code execution due to an iccselectdeviceseries expression language injection in versions of HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07).
The Impact of CVE-2020-7160
The vulnerability could be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, and system compromise.
Technical Details of CVE-2020-7160
This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability is a result of an iccselectdeviceseries expression language injection in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) versions prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07).
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC)
- Versions affected: Prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07)
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited remotely by injecting malicious code through the iccselectdeviceseries expression language, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
Mitigation and Prevention
To address CVE-2020-7160, follow these mitigation strategies:
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) to version iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07) or later.
- Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly monitor for security advisories and updates from HPE.
- Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
- Apply patches and updates provided by HPE to ensure the software is up-to-date and protected against known vulnerabilities.