CVE-2017-6795: Input Validation

Published Sep 7, 2017
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Updated

A vulnerability in the USB-modem code of Cisco IOS XE Software running on Cisco ASR 920 Series Aggregation Services Routers could allow an authenticated, local attacker to overwrite arbitrary files on the underlying operating system of an affected device. The vulnerability is due to improper input validation of the platform usb modem command in the CLI of the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by modifying the platform usb modem command in the CLI of an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to overwrite arbitrary files on the underlying operating system of an affected device. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvf10783.

Affected Software

10 affected components
Cisco IOS XE
Cisco Asr-920-10sz-pd
Cisco Asr-920-12cz-a
Cisco Asr-920-12sz-im
Cisco Asr-920-24sz-im
Cisco Asr-920-24sz-m
Cisco Asr-920-24tz-m
Cisco Asr-920-4sz-d
Cisco Asr 920-12cz-d
Cisco Asr 920-4sz-a

Event History

Sep 7, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6795?

CVE-2017-6795 has been assigned a medium severity rating.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6795?

To fix CVE-2017-6795, upgrade to the patched version of Cisco IOS XE that resolves this vulnerability.

3

Who is vulnerable to CVE-2017-6795?

CVE-2017-6795 affects Cisco ASR 920 Series Aggregation Services Routers running Cisco IOS XE Software.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2017-6795 allow?

CVE-2017-6795 allows an authenticated, local attacker to overwrite arbitrary files on the affected device's operating system.

5

Is CVE-2017-6795 remote or local?

CVE-2017-6795 is a local vulnerability that requires physical access to the affected device.

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