CVE-2020-3477: Cisco IOS and IOS XE Software Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Sep 24, 2020
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Updated

A vulnerability in the CLI parser of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to access files from the flash: filesystem. The vulnerability is due to insufficient application of restrictions during the execution of a specific command. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by using a specific command at the command line. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to obtain read-only access to files that are located on the flash: filesystem that otherwise might not have been accessible.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Cisco IOS=16.3.11
Cisco 2610xm
Cisco 2611xm
Cisco 2612
Cisco 2620xm
Cisco 2621xm
Cisco 2650xm
Cisco 2651xm
Cisco 2691

Event History

Sep 24, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:52 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-3477?

CVE-2020-3477 is a vulnerability in the CLI parser of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software that allows an authenticated, local attacker to access files from the flash: filesystem.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-3477?

The severity of CVE-2020-3477 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-2020-3477?

Cisco IOS Software versions 16.3.11 and Cisco IOS XE Software are affected by CVE-2020-3477.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-3477?

An attacker needs to be authenticated and have local access to the system in order to exploit CVE-2020-3477.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-3477?

Yes, Cisco has released software updates to address the vulnerability. Please refer to the Cisco Security Advisory for more information.

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