CVE-2022-20817: Cisco IP Phone Duplicate Key Vulnerability
A vulnerability in Cisco Unified IP Phones could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to impersonate another user's phone if the Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) is in secure mode. This vulnerability is due to improper key generation during the manufacturing process that could result in duplicated manufactured keys installed on multiple devices. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by performing a machine-in-the-middle attack on the secure communication between the phone and the CUCM. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to impersonate another user's phone. This vulnerability cannot be addressed with software updates. There is a workaround that addresses this vulnerability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-20817?
CVE-2022-20817 is a vulnerability in Cisco Unified IP Phones that could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to impersonate another user's phone.
How does the vulnerability in Cisco Unified IP Phones occur?
The vulnerability occurs due to improper key generation during the manufacturing process.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-20817?
CVE-2022-20817 has a severity rating of 7.4 (High).
Which Cisco Unified IP Phone models are affected by CVE-2022-20817?
Cisco Unified IP Phones 6911, 6921, 6941, 6945, 6961, 8941, 8945, 8961, 9951, and 9971 are affected by CVE-2022-20817.
How can the vulnerability in Cisco Unified IP Phones be fixed?
To fix the vulnerability, apply the necessary firmware updates provided by Cisco.