CVE-2008-3820
First published: Thu Jan 22 2009(Updated: )
Cisco Security Manager 3.1 and 3.2 before 3.2.2, when Cisco IPS Event Viewer (IEV) is used, exposes TCP ports used by the MySQL daemon and IEV server, which allows remote attackers to obtain "root access" to IEV via unspecified use of TCP sessions to these ports.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Security Manager | =3.1.1-sp3 | |
| Cisco Security Manager | =3.2 | |
| Cisco Security Manager | =3.2.1-sp1 | |
| Cisco Security Manager | =3.1 | |
| Cisco Security Manager | =3.2.1 | |
| Cisco Security Manager | =3.1.1 | |
| Cisco Security Manager | =3.2-sp2 | |
| Cisco Security Manager |
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Reference Links
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080a6192a.shtml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33381
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33633
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021619
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0214
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/48134
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3820?
CVE-2008-3820 has a critical severity rating due to the exposure of TCP ports that enables remote attackers to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3820?
To fix CVE-2008-3820, upgrade Cisco Security Manager to version 3.2.2 or later.
Which versions of Cisco Security Manager are affected by CVE-2008-3820?
CVE-2008-3820 affects Cisco Security Manager versions 3.1 and 3.2 before 3.2.2.
What types of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2008-3820?
Due to CVE-2008-3820, attackers can remotely access the IEV and potentially compromise the system.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-3820 if I cannot upgrade immediately?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2008-3820 includes blocking TCP access to the vulnerable ports until a patch can be applied.
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