7.2
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-20258

First published: Wed Jan 17 2024(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Infrastructure could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system. This vulnerability is due to improper processing of serialized Java objects by the affected application. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by uploading a document containing malicious serialized Java objects to be processed by the affected application. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause the application to execute arbitrary commands.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Evolved Programmable Network Manager<7.1.1
Cisco Prime Infrastructure<3.10.4
Cisco Prime Infrastructure=3.10.4
Cisco Prime Infrastructure=3.10.4-update_1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-20258?

    CVE-2023-20258 is classified as a critical vulnerability that allows for arbitrary command execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-20258?

    To remediate CVE-2023-20258, apply the latest patches and updates for Cisco Prime Infrastructure and Cisco Evolved Programmable Network Manager.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2023-20258?

    CVE-2023-20258 affects users of Cisco Prime Infrastructure versions up to 3.10.4 and Cisco Evolved Programmable Network Manager versions up to 7.1.1.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2023-20258?

    CVE-2023-20258 can be exploited by authenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system.

  • When was CVE-2023-20258 disclosed?

    CVE-2023-20258 was disclosed by Cisco as part of their ongoing security advisory updates.

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