HPE Alletra 5000/6000 and NimbleOS hit by remote privilege escalation (HPESBST04995 rev.1): what to patch, why it matters, and how to reduce blast radius

HPE has published a security bulletin, HPESBST04995 rev.1, warning of a remote privilege elevation issue affecting HPE Alletra 6000, HPE Alletra 5000, and HPE Nimble Storage arrays running NimbleOS. The short version: if your storage fleet is on the wrong side of a particular NimbleOS build number, you should treat this like a “drop what…
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Understanding Recent Vulnerabilities in HPE Servers Using Intel QuickAssist Technology

Introduction In recent technological developments, cybersecurity remains at the forefront as organizations battle ever-evolving threats. This article dissects a significant security bulletin from HPE concerning vulnerabilities in their ProLiant DL/ML/XD Alletra, and Synergy Servers using Intel’s QuickAssist Technology software drivers. The Heart of the Issue: Intel QuickAssist Technology Intel QuickAssist Technology (QAT) is integral for…
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