CVE-2017-6639
First published: Thu Jun 08 2017(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the role-based access control (RBAC) functionality of Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to access sensitive information or execute arbitrary code with root privileges on an affected system. The vulnerability is due to the lack of authentication and authorization mechanisms for a debugging tool that was inadvertently enabled in the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by remotely connecting to the debugging tool via TCP. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access sensitive information about the affected software or execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the affected system. This vulnerability affects Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) Software Releases 10.1(1) and 10.1(2) for Microsoft Windows, Linux, and Virtual Appliance platforms. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvd09961.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) | =10.1\(1\) | |
| Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) | =10.1\(2\) | |
| Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) | =10.1.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6639?
CVE-2017-6639 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6639?
To mitigate CVE-2017-6639, update Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager to the latest patched version as recommended by Cisco.
What are the affected versions in CVE-2017-6639?
CVE-2017-6639 affects Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager versions 10.1(1), 10.1(2), and 10.1.0.
Can CVE-2017-6639 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6639 can be exploited by unauthenticated remote attackers.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2017-6639?
The impacts of CVE-2017-6639 include unauthorized access to sensitive information and the ability to execute arbitrary code with root privileges.
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