8.8
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-1365: Input Validation

First published: Thu Aug 18 2016(Updated: )

The Grapevine update process in Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller Enterprise Module (APIC-EM) 1.0 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands as root via a crafted upgrade parameter, aka Bug ID CSCux15507.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC)=1.0.10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-1365?

    CVE-2016-1365 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands as root.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-1365?

    To fix CVE-2016-1365, update the Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller Enterprise Module to version 1.0.10 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2016-1365?

    CVE-2016-1365 affects users of Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller Enterprise Module version 1.0.10.

  • What types of attacks can be executed through CVE-2016-1365?

    CVE-2016-1365 allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges, posing a significant security risk.

  • Is CVE-2016-1365 easy to exploit?

    Yes, CVE-2016-1365 can be exploited by remote authenticated users with crafted upgrade parameters, making it relatively straightforward.

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