CVE-2018-0427: OS Command Injection
First published: Wed Aug 15 2018(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the CronJob scheduler API of Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to perform a command injection attack. The vulnerability is due to incorrect input validation of user-supplied data. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a malicious packet. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvi42263.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) | =dnac1.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0427?
CVE-2018-0427 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0427?
To fix CVE-2018-0427, upgrade to the version of Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller that addresses this vulnerability.
Can CVE-2018-0427 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-0427 can be exploited by an authenticated, remote attacker.
What causes CVE-2018-0427?
CVE-2018-0427 is caused by incorrect input validation of user-supplied data in the CronJob scheduler API.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-0427?
CVE-2018-0427 affects users of Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center running version dnac1.1.
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