PatchTheCVECVE-2026-23820: A vulnerability in the command line interface of Access Points running AOS-10 and AOS-8 Instant could allow an
CVE-2026-23820 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting arubaos. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A vulnerability in the command line interface of Access Points running AOS-10 and AOS-8 Instant could allow an authenticated remote attacker to execute system commands in a restricted shell environment. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 54%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2026-05-12 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-26 |
Last updated 2026-10-26 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-23820?
arubaos: upgrade to 8.10.0.22, 8.12.0.7, 8.13.1.2, 10.4.1.11, 10.7.2.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-23820 being exploited?
CVE-2026-23820 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-23820 affect?
CVE-2026-23820 affects arubaos. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). A vulnerability in the command line interface of Access Points running AOS-10 and AOS-8 Instant could allow an authenticated remote attacker to execute system commands in a restricted shell environment. Successful exploitation could allow a
How urgent is CVE-2026-23820?
Priority 37/100. High severity
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