CVE-2025-37141
📋 TL;DR
This vulnerability allows authenticated attackers to download arbitrary files from AOS-10 GW and AOS-8 Controller/Mobility Conductor systems via CLI binary exploits. It affects organizations using these Aruba networking products with authenticated user access. The risk is limited to authenticated users but could lead to sensitive data exposure.
💻 Affected Systems
- AOS-10 GW
- AOS-8 Controller
- AOS-8 Mobility Conductor
📦 What is this software?
Arubaos by Arubanetworks
Arubaos by Arubanetworks
Arubaos by Arubanetworks
Arubaos by Arubanetworks
Arubaos by Arubanetworks
⚠️ Risk & Real-World Impact
Worst Case
An authenticated malicious insider or compromised account could download sensitive configuration files, credentials, or system files, potentially enabling further attacks or data exfiltration.
Likely Case
Authenticated users with malicious intent download configuration files containing network secrets or user credentials, compromising network security.
If Mitigated
With proper access controls and monitoring, only authorized users can access CLI, limiting exposure to trusted personnel.
🎯 Exploit Status
Exploitation requires authenticated access and knowledge of CLI command structure; no public exploits known.
🛠️ Fix & Mitigation
✅ Official Fix
Patch Version: Check HPE advisory for specific fixed versions
Vendor Advisory: https://support.hpe.com/hpesc/public/docDisplay?docId=hpesbnw04957en_us&docLocale=en_US
Restart Required: No
Instructions:
1. Review HPE advisory for affected versions. 2. Download and apply appropriate patches from HPE support portal. 3. Verify patch installation via version check.
🔧 Temporary Workarounds
Restrict CLI Access
allLimit CLI access to only necessary administrative users using role-based access controls.
configure terminal
aaa authentication login default local
aaa authorization exec default local
username admin privilege 15 secret password
Monitor CLI Sessions
allEnable logging and monitoring of all CLI sessions for suspicious file download activities.
logging host 192.168.1.100
logging level debugging
archive log config
🧯 If You Can't Patch
- Implement strict access controls to limit CLI access to trusted administrators only
- Monitor and audit all CLI sessions for unusual file download patterns
🔍 How to Verify
Check if Vulnerable:
Check if system is running affected AOS-10 GW or AOS-8 Controller/Mobility Conductor versions before patches.Check Version:
show versionVerify Fix Applied:
Verify system version matches patched versions listed in HPE advisory.📡 Detection & Monitoring
Log Indicators:
- Unusual CLI session patterns
- File download commands from unexpected users
- Multiple failed authentication attempts followed by successful CLI access
Network Indicators:
- Unexpected outbound transfers of configuration files
- CLI sessions at unusual times
SIEM Query:
source="aruba_cli_logs" AND (command="copy" OR command="download") AND user!="authorized_admin"