CVE-2020-7116
CVE-2020-7116 is a high-severity vulnerability in Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- CVSS v2: 9.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager
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- Last modified:
Description
The ClearPass Policy Manager WebUI administrative interface has an authenticated command remote execution. When the attacker is already authenticated to the administrative interface, they could then exploit the system, leading to remote command execution in the underlying operating system. Resolution: Fixed in 6.7.13-HF, 6.8.5-HF, 6.8.6, 6.9.1 and higher.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-7116?
- The ClearPass Policy Manager WebUI administrative interface has an authenticated command remote execution. When the attacker is already authenticated to the administrative interface, they could then exploit the system, leading to remote command execution in the underlying operating system. Resolution: Fixed in 6.7.13-HF, 6.8.5-HF, 6.8.6, 6.9.1 and higher.
- How severe is CVE-2020-7116?
- CVE-2020-7116 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2020-7116 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-7116?
- CVE-2020-7116 affects Arubanetworks Clearpass Policy Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-7116?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2020-7116 published?
- CVE-2020-7116 was published on 2020-06-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:arubanetworks:clearpass_policy_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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