CVE-2026-23823: Vulnerability in Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) ArubaOS (AOS)
A vulnerability in the command line interface of Access Points running AOS-10 could allow an authenticated remote attacker to perform command injection. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system. NOTE: This vulnerability only impacts Access Points running AOS-10.7.x.x and above. AOS-10.4 AP and AOS-8 Instant software branches are not affected by this vulnerability.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability affects the command line interface of ArubaOS Access Points running versions 10.7.0.0 and 10.8.0.0. It allows an authenticated remote attacker to perform command injection, potentially leading to arbitrary command execution on the device's operating system. The issue is classified under CWE-77 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command). The vulnerability is confirmed and published but lacks an official remediation or patch at this time. It does not impact earlier versions such as AOS-10.4 or the AOS-8 Instant branch.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of affected ArubaOS Access Points, potentially leading to full compromise of the device. This could impact confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the device and network it serves. The vulnerability is rated high severity with a CVSS score of 7.2.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the command line interface to trusted administrators only and monitor for any suspicious activity. Do not assume the vulnerability is mitigated without vendor confirmation.
CVE-2026-23823: Vulnerability in Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) ArubaOS (AOS)
Description
A vulnerability in the command line interface of Access Points running AOS-10 could allow an authenticated remote attacker to perform command injection. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system. NOTE: This vulnerability only impacts Access Points running AOS-10.7.x.x and above. AOS-10.4 AP and AOS-8 Instant software branches are not affected by this vulnerability.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.2high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability affects the command line interface of ArubaOS Access Points running versions 10.7.0.0 and 10.8.0.0. It allows an authenticated remote attacker to perform command injection, potentially leading to arbitrary command execution on the device's operating system. The issue is classified under CWE-77 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command). The vulnerability is confirmed and published but lacks an official remediation or patch at this time. It does not impact earlier versions such as AOS-10.4 or the AOS-8 Instant branch.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could allow an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of affected ArubaOS Access Points, potentially leading to full compromise of the device. This could impact confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the device and network it serves. The vulnerability is rated high severity with a CVSS score of 7.2.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to the command line interface to trusted administrators only and monitor for any suspicious activity. Do not assume the vulnerability is mitigated without vendor confirmation.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- hpe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-01-16T15:22:49.224Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a038147cbff5d8610132376
Added to database: 05/12/2026, 19:36:39 UTC
Last enriched: 05/12/2026, 19:51:26 UTC
Last updated: 06/30/2026, 08:51:19 UTC
Views: 73
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