CVE-2023-25590: Local Privilege Escalation in ClearPass OnGuard Linux Agent

Published Mar 14, 2023
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Updated

A vulnerability in the ClearPass OnGuard Linux agent could allow malicious users on a Linux instance to elevate their user privileges to those of a higher role. A successful exploit allows malicious users to execute arbitrary code with root level privileges on the Linux instance.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager>=6.9.0<=6.9.13
Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager>=6.10.0<=6.10.8
Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager=6.11.0
Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager=6.11.1
Linux Linux kernel
All of the following
Any of the following
Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager>=6.9.0<=6.9.13
Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager>=6.10.0<=6.10.8
Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager=6.11.0
Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager=6.11.1
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

Mar 14, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:47 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Mar 22, 2023
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-25590?

CVE-2023-25590 is a vulnerability in the ClearPass OnGuard Linux agent that allows malicious users on a Linux instance to elevate their user privileges and execute arbitrary code with root level privileges.

2

How does CVE-2023-25590 affect Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager?

Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager versions 6.9.0 to 6.9.13, 6.10.0 to 6.10.8, 6.11.0, and 6.11.1 are affected by CVE-2023-25590.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-25590?

CVE-2023-25590 has a severity score of 7.8, which is considered high.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-25590?

Apply the necessary patches and updates provided by Arubanetworks to fix CVE-2023-25590.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-25590?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-25590 in the advisory published by Arubanetworks at the following link: https://www.arubanetworks.com/assets/alert/ARUBA-PSA-2023-003.txt

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