CVE-2020-7178 : Security Advisory and Response

A mediaforaction 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-2020-7178

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

What is CVE-2020-7178?

CVE-2020-7178 is a mediaforaction expression language injection remote code execution vulnerability found in HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC) versions prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07).

The Impact of CVE-2020-7178

The vulnerability could be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, and system compromise.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-7178

This section provides more in-depth technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows for mediaforaction expression language injection, enabling remote code execution within affected versions of HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC).

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: HPE Intelligent Management Center (iMC)
Versions Affected: Prior to iMC PLAT 7.3 (E0705P07)

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious code through mediaforaction expressions, gaining unauthorized access and executing commands remotely.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-7178 requires immediate action and long-term security measures.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches and updates provided by HPE to mitigate the vulnerability.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities proactively.
Educate users and IT staff on best practices for cybersecurity and safe computing habits.

Patching and Updates

Regularly check for security updates and patches from HPE to ensure that systems are protected against known vulnerabilities.