CVE-2023-20186: Critical severity cisco IOS vulnerability
A vulnerability in the Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) feature of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to bypass command authorization and copy files to or from the file system of an affected device using the Secure Copy Protocol (SCP). This vulnerability is due to incorrect processing of SCP commands in AAA command authorization checks. An attacker with valid credentials and level 15 privileges could exploit this vulnerability by using SCP to connect to an affected device from an external machine. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to obtain or change the configuration of the affected device and put files on or retrieve files from the affected device.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-20186?
CVE-2023-20186 has a medium severity rating, indicating potential impact on security.
How do I fix CVE-2023-20186?
To fix CVE-2023-20186, you should apply the relevant Cisco IOS software updates provided in the advisory.
Which Cisco devices are affected by CVE-2023-20186?
CVE-2023-20186 affects various versions of Cisco IOS and IOS XE software running on multiple Cisco devices.
Can CVE-2023-20186 be exploited by unauthorized users?
Yes, CVE-2023-20186 can be exploited by authenticated remote attackers to bypass command authorization.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-20186?
The potential impacts of CVE-2023-20186 include unauthorized file access and manipulation on affected network devices.