CVE-2020-7168 : Security Advisory and Response

A selectusergroup 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-2020-7168

This CVE involves a vulnerability in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) that could allow remote code execution.

What is CVE-2020-7168?

The CVE-2020-7168 vulnerability is a selectusergroup expression language injection issue in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) versions prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07).

The Impact of CVE-2020-7168

This vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to execute remote code on affected systems, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, and system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-7168

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability involves a selectusergroup expression language injection issue that allows for remote code execution 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 selectusergroup expression language, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the target system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-7168 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by HPE for iMC versions to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software to address known vulnerabilities.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate weaknesses.
Educate users and IT staff on best practices for cybersecurity.

Patching and Updates

HPE has released patches to address the vulnerability in iMC versions prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07). Ensure timely application of these patches to secure the systems against potential exploits.