CVE-2020-3281: Cisco Digital Network Architecture Center Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Jun 3, 2020
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Updated

A vulnerability in the audit logging component of Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to view sensitive information in clear text. The vulnerability is due to the storage of certain unencrypted credentials. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing the audit logs and obtaining credentials that they may not normally have access to. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to use those credentials to discover and manage network devices.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Digital Network Architecture Center<1.3.3.3

Event History

Jun 3, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:56 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-3281?

CVE-2020-3281 is a vulnerability in the audit logging component of Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-3281?

The severity of CVE-2020-3281 is high, with a severity value of 8.8.

3

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-3281?

An attacker could exploit CVE-2020-3281 by leveraging certain unencrypted credentials to view sensitive information in clear text.

4

Which version of Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center is affected by CVE-2020-3281?

Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center versions up to and excluding 1.3.3.3 are affected by CVE-2020-3281.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-3281?

Yes, Cisco has released a security advisory with instructions on how to mitigate the vulnerability. Please refer to the following link: [link](https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-dnac-audit-log-59RBdwb6)

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