CVE-2020-3443: Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
A vulnerability in Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem (SSM On-Prem) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to elevate privileges and execute commands with higher privileges. The vulnerability is due to insufficient authorization of the System Operator role capabilities. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by logging in with the System Operator role, performing a series of actions, and then assuming a new higher privileged role. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to perform all actions associated with the privilege of the assumed role. If that role is an administrative role, the attacker would gain full access to the device.
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What is the vulnerability ID of this Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2020-3443.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-3443?
The severity of CVE-2020-3443 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.
How does CVE-2020-3443 affect Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem?
CVE-2020-3443 allows an authenticated, remote attacker to elevate privileges and execute commands with higher privileges on Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem.
What is the cause of CVE-2020-3443?
The cause of CVE-2020-3443 is insufficient authorization of the System Operator role capabilities in Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-3443?
Yes, Cisco has released software updates to address this vulnerability. Please refer to the reference link for more information.