8.3
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-3379

First published: Fri Jun 21 2013(Updated: )

The firewall subsystem in Cisco TelePresence TC Software before 4.2 does not properly implement rules that grant access to hosts, which allows remote attackers to obtain shell access with root privileges by leveraging connectivity to the management network, aka Bug ID CSCts37781.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco TelePresence TC<=4.1.2
Cisco TelePresence TC=4.0.0
Cisco TelePresence TC=4.0.1
Cisco TelePresence TC=4.0.4
Cisco TelePresence TC=4.1.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-3379?

    CVE-2013-3379 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote attackers to gain root shell access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-3379?

    To fix CVE-2013-3379, upgrade your Cisco TelePresence TC Software to version 4.2 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2013-3379?

    CVE-2013-3379 affects Cisco TelePresence TC Software versions up to 4.1.2, including specific versions like 4.0.0, 4.0.1, 4.0.4, and 4.1.1.

  • What type of attacks can CVE-2013-3379 facilitate?

    CVE-2013-3379 can facilitate remote code execution attacks, allowing unauthorized users to gain shell access with root privileges.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-3379 while awaiting a patch?

    There are no specific workarounds provided for CVE-2013-3379, so it is recommended to upgrade to the secure version as soon as possible.

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