CVE-2022-20716: Cisco SD-WAN Solution Improper Access Control Vulnerability

Published Apr 15, 2022
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Updated

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco SD-WAN Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain escalated privileges. This vulnerability is due to improper access control on files within the affected system. A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability by modifying certain files on the vulnerable device. If successful, the attacker could gain escalated privileges and take actions on the system with the privileges of the root user.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager
Cisco SD-WAN Solution
Cisco Sd-wan Vbond Orchestrator
Cisco Sd-wan Vedge Cloud
Cisco SD-WAN vEdge Router
Cisco Sd-wan Vsmart Controller Software
Cisco SD-WAN>=18.4<20.6.1
Cisco SD-WAN>=20.7<20.7.1

Event History

Apr 15, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-20716?

CVE-2022-20716 is a vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco SD-WAN Software that could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain escalated privileges.

2

How does CVE-2022-20716 impact Cisco SD-WAN Software?

CVE-2022-20716 allows an authenticated, local attacker to modify certain files on the affected system, leading to escalated privileges.

3

Which Cisco SD-WAN Software versions are affected by CVE-2022-20716?

Cisco SD-WAN Software versions 18.4 to 20.6.1 and versions 20.7 to 20.7.1 are affected by CVE-2022-20716.

4

What is the severity rating of CVE-2022-20716?

CVE-2022-20716 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).

5

How can I mitigate CVE-2022-20716 in Cisco SD-WAN Software?

To mitigate CVE-2022-20716, Cisco recommends applying the necessary updates provided by Cisco to fix the vulnerability.

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