CVE-2023-38401

Name: CVE-2023-38401
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-08-15T19:15:10.377+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.21%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-38401 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability in the HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Intranet Access (VIA) client could allow local users to elevate privileges. Successful exploitation could allow execution of arbitrary code with NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM privileges on the operating system.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the HPE Aruba Networking Virtual Intranet Access (VIA) client could allow local users to elevate privileges. Successful exploitation could allow execution of arbitrary code with NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM privileges on the operating system.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.21%

11.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hp	Aruba Virtual Intranet Access	< 4.5.0

References

https://www.arubanetworks.com/assets/alert/ARUBA-PSA-2023-011.txtVendor Advisory
https://www.arubanetworks.com/assets/alert/ARUBA-PSA-2023-011.txtVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 15, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-38401?

How severe is CVE-2023-38401?

CVE-2023-38401 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-38401?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST