CVE-2020-3158: Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem Static Default Credential Vulnerability
A vulnerability in the High Availability (HA) service of Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to access a sensitive part of the system with a high-privileged account. The vulnerability is due to a system account that has a default and static password and is not under the control of the system administrator. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by using this default account to connect to the affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to obtain read and write access to system data, including the configuration of an affected device. The attacker would gain access to a sensitive portion of the system, but the attacker would not have full administrative rights to control the device.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Operational
Change the default and static password for the Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem HA service system account that is used by the attacker to connect to the affected system (the default credential described in the Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem Static Default Credential Vulnerability).
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem vulnerability is CVE-2020-3158.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-3158?
The severity of CVE-2020-3158 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.1.
How can an unauthenticated, remote attacker exploit CVE-2020-3158?
An unauthenticated, remote attacker can exploit CVE-2020-3158 by accessing a sensitive part of the system with a high-privileged account due to a default and static password.
What is the affected software for CVE-2020-3158?
The affected software for CVE-2020-3158 is Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem version up to and excluding 7-202001.
Is there a reference link for more information about CVE-2020-3158?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2020-3158 at the following link: [Cisco Security Advisory cisco-sa-on-prem-static-cred-sL8rDs8](https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-on-prem-static-cred-sL8rDs8).