CVE-2024-20478: Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller App Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Wed Aug 28 2024(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the software upgrade component of Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) and Cisco Cloud Network Controller, formerly Cisco Cloud APIC, could allow an authenticated, remote attacker with Administrator-level privileges to install a modified software image, leading to arbitrary code injection on an affected system. This vulnerability is due to insufficient signature validation of software images. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by installing a modified software image. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system and elevate their privileges to root. Note: Administrators should always validate the hash of any upgrade image before uploading it to Cisco APIC and Cisco Cloud Network Controller.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) | ||
| Cisco Cloud Network Controller |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-20478?
CVE-2024-20478 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on systems.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20478?
To fix CVE-2024-20478, apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco for the affected products.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-20478?
CVE-2024-20478 affects users of Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller and Cisco Cloud Network Controller.
What type of attack does CVE-2024-20478 enable?
CVE-2024-20478 enables an authenticated, remote attacker with Administrator-level privileges to install modified software.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-20478?
As of now, there are no published workarounds available for CVE-2024-20478 other than applying the necessary security updates.
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