CVE-2020-3112: Cisco Data Center Network Manager Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Wed Feb 19 2020(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the REST API endpoint of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to elevate privileges on the application. The vulnerability is due to insufficient access control validation. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating with a low-privilege account and sending a crafted request to the API. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to interact with the API with administrative privileges.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) | <11.3\(1\) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2020-3112.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-3112?
The severity of CVE-2020-3112 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.
What is the affected software of CVE-2020-3112?
The affected software of CVE-2020-3112 is Cisco Data Center Network Manager version up to 11.3(1).
How does CVE-2020-3112 allow an attacker to elevate privileges?
CVE-2020-3112 allows an authenticated, remote attacker to elevate privileges on Cisco Data Center Network Manager due to insufficient access control validation.
How can I fix CVE-2020-3112?
To fix CVE-2020-3112, Cisco recommends applying the necessary updates. Please refer to the Cisco Security Advisory for more information.
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