CVE-2023-20887
Published: June 22, 2023
Official Description
VMware Aria Operations for Networks (formerly vRealize Network Insight) contains a command injection vulnerability that allows a malicious actor with network access to perform an attack resulting in remote code execution.
CISA KEV Advisory
Vmware Aria Operations for Networks Command Injection Vulnerability
VMware Aria Operations for Networks (formerly vRealize Network Insight) contains a command injection vulnerability that allows a malicious actor with network access to perform an attack resulting in remote code execution.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
VMware Aria Operations for Networks (formerly vRealize Network Insight) has a command injection vulnerability that can lead to remote code execution. This is a HIGH severity issue with a high EPSS score of 0.94393, indicating a high likelihood of exploitation. CISA has confirmed its exploitation by including it in the KEV catalog.
Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild. Attackers with network access can perform this attack remotely.
VMware Aria Operations for Networks users should apply the latest security patches and updates. Network segmentation and access control lists should be used to limit network access to the affected product.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-20887 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2023-20887 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
All References (2)
Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-20887 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1