CVE-2021-1272: Cisco Data Center Network Manager Server-Side Request Forgery Vulnerability

Published Jan 20, 2021
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Updated

A vulnerability in the session validation feature of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass access controls and conduct a server-side request forgery (SSRF) attack on a targeted system. This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of parameters in a specific HTTP request by an attacker. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted HTTP request to an authenticated user of the DCNM web application. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to bypass access controls and gain unauthorized access to the Device Manager application, which provides access to network devices managed by the system.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Data Center Network Manager<11.5\(1\)

Event History

Jan 20, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:56 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-1272?

CVE-2021-1272 is a vulnerability in the session validation feature of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) that could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass access controls and conduct a server-side request forgery (SSRF) attack on a targeted system.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-1272?

CVE-2021-1272 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2021-1272?

CVE-2021-1272 affects Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) version 11.5(1) and earlier versions.

4

What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2021-1272?

CVE-2021-1272 is associated with CWE-918.

5

How do I fix CVE-2021-1272?

To fix CVE-2021-1272, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) that is not affected by this vulnerability. Refer to the Cisco Security Advisory for more information.

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