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Advisory Published
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CVE-2010-2842

First published: Fri Sep 10 2010(Updated: )

Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) software, possibly 4.2 through 6.0, allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and modify the configuration, and possibly obtain administrative privileges, via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2010-2843 and CVE-2010-3033.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=6.0.182.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.176.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.174.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.0.148.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.182.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.112.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.99.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.130.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.1.160.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.2
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.117.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.0.148.2
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=6.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.61.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.2.157.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=4.2.173.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.1
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.2.169.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.1.152.0
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software=5.1.151.0

Remedy

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=21290

Remedy

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080b466e9.shtml

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2010-2842?

    CVE-2010-2842 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote authenticated users to bypass access restrictions and modify configurations.

  • How do I fix CVE-2010-2842?

    To fix CVE-2010-2842, it is recommended to upgrade to a fixed version of the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software as outlined in Cisco's security advisory.

  • What versions are affected by CVE-2010-2842?

    CVE-2010-2842 affects various versions of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software from 4.2 to 6.0, including multiple specific point releases.

  • What risks are associated with CVE-2010-2842?

    The risks associated with CVE-2010-2842 include unauthorized configuration changes and potential escalation of privileges for authenticated users.

  • Who can exploit CVE-2010-2842?

    CVE-2010-2842 can be exploited by remote authenticated users who have access to the network managed by the Cisco Wireless LAN Controller.

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