{"id":86641,"date":"2026-03-09T00:46:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T00:46:31","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","slug":"cve-2025-37105-hsqldb-related-remote-code-execution-vulnerability-in-hpe-autopass-license-server","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameeba.com\/blog\/cve-2025-37105-hsqldb-related-remote-code-execution-vulnerability-in-hpe-autopass-license-server\/","title":{"rendered":"CVE-2025-37105: Hsqldb-related Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in HPE AutoPass License Server<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

The CVE-2025-37105 vulnerability is a significant cybersecurity threat that affects the HPE AutoPass License Server (APLS) prior to version 9.18. This issue is related to hsqldb, which, when exploited, allows for remote code execution. This vulnerability matters because it can potentially lead to system compromise or data leakage, affecting the privacy and security of the server’s data.<\/p>\n

Vulnerability Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n

CVE ID: CVE-2025-37105
\nSeverity: High (CVSS: 7.5)
\nAttack Vector: Network
\nPrivileges Required: None
\nUser Interaction: None
\nImpact: System compromise or data leakage<\/p>\n

Affected Products<\/strong><\/p>\n

Product | Affected Versions<\/p>\n

HPE AutoPass License Server | Prior to 9.18<\/p>\n

How the Exploit Works<\/strong><\/p>\n

The vulnerability is rooted in hsqldb, a component within HPE AutoPass License Server. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted payload to the server, which allows for remote code execution. This can lead to unauthorized access, system compromise, or data leakage.<\/p>\n

Conceptual Example Code<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here’s a conceptual example of how the vulnerability might be exploited:<\/p>\n

POST \/hsqldb_exploit HTTP\/1.1\nHost: target.example.com\nContent-Type: application\/json\n{ \"malicious_payload\": \"inject_malicious_code_here\" }<\/code><\/pre>\n
In this example, the attacker sends a malicious payload (“inject_malicious_code_here”) to a specific endpoint (“\/hsqldb_exploit”) on the vulnerable server. Once the server processes this payload, it leads to remote code execution.<\/p>\n
Mitigation Guidance<\/strong><\/p>\n
To mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability, users of the HPE AutoPass License Server should apply the vendor patch immediately. For temporary mitigation, organizations can use a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) to detect and prevent exploitation attempts. Regularly updating and patching software is also crucial in preventing such vulnerabilities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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