CVE-2017-6689: High severity cisco elastic services controller major vulnerability
A vulnerability in the ConfD CLI of Cisco Elastic Services Controllers could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to log in to an affected system as the admin user, aka an Insecure Default Administrator Credentials Vulnerability. More Information: CSCvc76661. Known Affected Releases: 2.2(9.76).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6689?
CVE-2017-6689 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized access using default administrator credentials.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6689?
To fix CVE-2017-6689, change the default administrator credentials in the Cisco Elastic Services Controller to strong, unique passwords.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-6689?
CVE-2017-6689 primarily affects users running Cisco Elastic Services Controller version 2.2(9.76).
Can CVE-2017-6689 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6689 can be exploited remotely by an authenticated attacker with access to default admin credentials.
What are the implications of CVE-2017-6689?
The implications of CVE-2017-6689 include potential unauthorized administrative access, which may lead to system compromise or data breaches.