CVE-2020-7136
CriticalExploitedA security vulnerability in HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM) prior to version 8.5.6 could allow remote unauthorized access.
Published Apr 30, 2020 · Updated Nov 21, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2020-7136 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Smart Update Manager (Hpe), Smart Update Manager (SUM).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Aug 14, 2025. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Smart Update Manager 8.5.6.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
81%
Higher than 99.6% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
None known
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Description
A security vulnerability in HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM) prior to version 8.5.6 could allow remote unauthorized access. Hewlett Packard Enterprise has provided a software update to resolve this vulnerability in HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM) prior to 8.5.6. Please visit the HPE Support Center at https://support.hpe.com/hpesc/public/home to download the latest version of HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM). Download the latest version of HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM) or download the latest Service Pack For ProLiant (SPP).
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Aug 14, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Aug 14, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Update ManagerHpe | See advisory | 8.5.6 |
| Smart Update Manager (SUM) | >= Prior to v8.5.6 | n/a |
Patched Releases
Smart Update Manager
8.5.6
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Apr 30, 2020
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Added to Industry KEV feed
Aug 14, 2025
Added to CIRCL KEV
Aug 14, 2025
References
- advisoryhttps://support.hpe.com/hpsc/doc/public/display?docLocale=en_US&docId=emr_na-hpesbmu03997en_us
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
A security vulnerability in HPE Smart Update Manager (SUM) prior to version 8.5.6 could allow remote unauthorized access.
Affected: Smart Update Manager (Hpe); Smart Update Manager (SUM) versions >= Prior to v8.5.6. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Aug 14, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Smart Update Manager 8.5.6.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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