CVE-2023-38402: Arbitrary File Overwrite in HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Intranet Access (VIA) Microsoft Windows Client

Published Aug 15, 2023
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Updated

A vulnerability in the HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Intranet Access (VIA) client could allow malicious users to overwrite arbitrary files as NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM. A successful exploit could allow these malicious users to create a Denial-of-Service (DoS) condition affecting the Microsoft Windows operating System boot process.

Affected Software

2 affected components
HP Aruba Virtual Intranet Access<4.5.0
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Aug 15, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:47 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-38402?

CVE-2023-38402 is a vulnerability in the HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Intranet Access (VIA) client that could allow malicious users to overwrite arbitrary files as NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM.

2

How does CVE-2023-38402 impact Microsoft Windows?

CVE-2023-38402 could create a Denial-of-Service (DoS) condition affecting Microsoft Windows.

3

What is the severity level of CVE-2023-38402?

CVE-2023-38402 has a severity level of 7.1 (high).

4

What software is affected by CVE-2023-38402?

The HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Intranet Access (VIA) client version up to and exclusive of 4.5.0 is affected.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-38402?

To fix CVE-2023-38402, update your HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Intranet Access (VIA) client to a version beyond 4.5.0.

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