CVE-2024-25612 in ArubaOS
Summary
by MITRE • 03/05/2024
Authenticated command injection vulnerabilities exist in the ArubaOS command line interface. Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities result in the ability to execute arbitrary commands as a privileged user on the underlying operating system.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/28/2025
The authenticated command injection vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-25612 affects ArubaOS command line interface implementations, representing a critical security flaw that undermines the integrity of network infrastructure devices. This vulnerability resides within the authentication mechanisms of the operating system, specifically targeting how the command line interface processes user inputs. The flaw allows an attacker who has already established legitimate access to the system to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary commands at the operating system level. Such a vulnerability is particularly concerning given that it operates within the context of a network device that typically maintains elevated privileges and controls critical infrastructure components.
The technical implementation of this command injection vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization within the ArubaOS command line interface. When legitimate users submit commands through the CLI, the system fails to properly sanitize or escape special characters that could be interpreted as command delimiters or execution operators. This weakness enables an authenticated attacker to inject malicious commands that bypass normal security controls and execute with the privileges of the underlying operating system. The vulnerability manifests as a direct consequence of CWE-77, which classifies command injection flaws in software systems. Attackers can exploit this weakness by crafting specific input sequences that are then processed by the system without proper validation, allowing for arbitrary code execution.
The operational impact of CVE-2024-25612 extends beyond simple privilege escalation, creating a comprehensive threat vector that can compromise entire network infrastructures. Once an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they gain the ability to execute commands that could include system reconnaissance, data exfiltration, network scanning, or even the installation of persistent backdoors. The implications for network security are severe as this vulnerability allows attackers to effectively take control of network devices from within the network perimeter, potentially enabling lateral movement and further compromise of connected systems. This threat aligns with ATT&CK technique T1059, which describes the execution of commands through legitimate system interfaces, and T1566, which covers the exploitation of authenticated access points to gain deeper system control.
Organizations utilizing ArubaOS devices must implement immediate mitigations to address this vulnerability, including applying vendor-provided patches as soon as they become available. Network administrators should also consider implementing additional security controls such as network segmentation, privileged access management, and continuous monitoring of command line interface activities for anomalous behavior. The principle of least privilege should be enforced more rigorously, ensuring that only authorized personnel have access to command line interfaces and that such access is properly logged and audited. Additionally, implementing input validation controls at multiple layers of the system architecture can help prevent exploitation attempts even if other security measures fail. Regular security assessments and penetration testing of network infrastructure devices should be conducted to identify and remediate similar vulnerabilities before they can be exploited by threat actors.