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CVE-2021-37718: A remote arbitrary command execution vulnerability was discovered in Aruba SD-WAN Software and Gateways; Ar...

A remote arbitrary command execution vulnerability was discovered in Aruba SD-WAN Software and Gateways; Aruba Operating System Software version(s): Prior to 8.6.0.4-2.2.0.6; Prior to 8.7.1.4, 8.6.0.7, 8.5.0.12, 8.3.0.16. Aruba has released patches for Aruba SD-WAN Software and Gateways and ArubaOS that address this security vulnerability.

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Plain-English summary

This CVE describes remote arbitrary command execution in affected Aruba SD-WAN gateways and ArubaOS devices. These are network infrastructure systems, so compromise could affect connectivity and security controls. Aruba released patched versions, but the source bundle does not include CVSS details or evidence of active exploitation.

Executive priority

Prioritize remediation where affected Aruba devices support critical network paths, remote access, branch connectivity, or security enforcement. The issue is high priority because remote command execution on network infrastructure can create broad operational risk.

Technical view

CVE-2021-37718 affects Aruba SD-WAN Software and Gateways and Aruba Operating System Software before specified fixed releases. The vulnerability is described as remote arbitrary command execution. The bundle does not provide CWE, CVSS, exploit prerequisites, or affected interfaces, so technical exposure should be confirmed against Aruba and downstream vendor advisories.

Likely exposure

Organizations running Aruba SD-WAN Software, Aruba gateways, or ArubaOS versions prior to 8.6.0.4-2.2.0.6, 8.7.1.4, 8.6.0.7, 8.5.0.12, or 8.3.0.16 may be exposed.

Exploitation context

The provided bundle does not show CISA KEV listing, public exploitation, exploit availability, or attack prerequisites. Treat this as serious because it is remote command execution on infrastructure devices, but do not claim active exploitation from these sources.

Researcher notes

The source bundle confirms affected version ranges and patch availability, but lacks CVSS, CWE, root cause, authentication requirements, and affected interface details. Validation should stay version-based unless the vendor advisory provides deeper product-specific indicators.

Mitigation direction

  • Upgrade affected Aruba SD-WAN Software and Gateways to Aruba patched releases.
  • Upgrade affected ArubaOS deployments to the fixed versions named by Aruba.
  • Review Aruba advisory ARUBA-PSA-2021-016 for product-specific patch guidance.
  • Review the Siemens advisory if Siemens products in your environment reference this CVE.

Validation and detection

  • Inventory Aruba SD-WAN gateways and ArubaOS devices across production and remote sites.
  • Compare installed versions against the affected version ranges in the CVE record.
  • Confirm patched versions are installed on all in-scope Aruba systems.
  • Check Aruba and Siemens advisories for any environment-specific applicability notes.
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Confidence
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Severity
Unknown
CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
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Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
n/aAruba SD-WAN Software and Gateways; Aruba Operating System SoftwarePrior to 8.6.0.4-2.2.0.6, Prior to 8.7.1.4, 8.6.0.7, 8.5.0.12, 8.3.0.16Listed
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