CVE-2020-3259: Cisco ASA and FTD Information Disclosure Vulnerability
A vulnerability in the web services interface of Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Software and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to retrieve memory contents on an affected device, which could lead to the disclosure of confidential information. The vulnerability is due to a buffer tracking issue when the software parses invalid URLs that are requested from the web services interface. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted GET request to the web services interface. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to retrieve memory contents, which could lead to the disclosure of confidential information. Note: This vulnerability affects only specific AnyConnect and WebVPN configurations. For more information, see the Vulnerable Products section.
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Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) contain an information disclosure vulnerability. An attacker could retrieve memory contents on an affected device, which could lead to the disclosure of confidential information due to a buffer tracking issue when the software parses invalid URLs that are requested from the web services interface. This vulnerability affects only specific AnyConnect and WebVPN configurations.
— CISA
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Compensating control
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-3259?
CVE-2020-3259 is a vulnerability in the web services interface of Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Software and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Software.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-3259?
CVE-2020-3259 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).
How does CVE-2020-3259 affect Cisco Firepower Threat Defense?
CVE-2020-3259 affects Cisco Firepower Threat Defense versions 6.2.3 to 6.2.3.16, 6.3.0 to 6.3.0.6, 6.4.0 to 6.4.0.9, and 6.5.0 to 6.5.0.5.
How does CVE-2020-3259 affect Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software?
CVE-2020-3259 affects Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software versions 9.8 to 9.8.4.20, 9.9 to 9.9.2.67, 9.10 to 9.10.1.40, 9.12 to 9.12.3.9, and 9.13 to 9.13.1.10.
How can I fix CVE-2020-3259?
To fix CVE-2020-3259, it is recommended to apply the necessary security updates provided by Cisco.