CVE-2016-6434
First published: Thu Oct 06 2016(Updated: )
Cisco Firepower Management Center 6.0.1 has hardcoded database credentials, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging CLI access, aka Bug ID CSCva30370.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center | =6.0.1 | |
| Cisco Firepower Management Center Software | =6.0.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20161005-ftmc1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93412
- https://blog.korelogic.com/blog/2016/10/10/virtual_appliance_spelunking
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40465/
- https://www.korelogic.com/Resources/Advisories/KL-001-2016-005.txt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6434?
CVE-2016-6434 has a CVSS score of 6.4, indicating a medium severity level.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6434?
To mitigate CVE-2016-6434, it is recommended to update to a version of Cisco Firepower Management Center that does not include hardcoded credentials.
What types of credentials are hardcoded in CVE-2016-6434?
CVE-2016-6434 exposes sensitive database credentials that can be accessed by local users with CLI access.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-6434?
CVE-2016-6434 affects users of Cisco Firepower Management Center version 6.0.1.
What is the main risk associated with CVE-2016-6434?
The main risk of CVE-2016-6434 is that local users can exploit hardcoded credentials to access sensitive information.
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