First published: Wed Oct 02 2024(Updated: )
A vulnerability in a logging function of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights could allow an attacker with access to a tech support file to view sensitive information. This vulnerability exists because remote controller credentials are recorded in an internal log that is stored in the tech support file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing a tech support file that is generated from an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to view remote controller admin credentials in clear text. Note: Best practice is to store debug logs and tech support files safely and to share them only with trusted parties because they may contain sensitive information.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller | >=12.1.0<12.2.2.241 | |
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights | <6.4.0 | |
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights | >=6.5.0<6.5.1.32 | |
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator | <4.2\(3o\) | |
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator | >=4.4.0<4.4.1.1012 |
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CVE-2024-20491 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive information.
To mitigate CVE-2024-20491, you should upgrade to the latest versions of the affected Cisco Nexus Dashboard software as recommended by Cisco.
CVE-2024-20491 affects users of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights, Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller, and Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator running specific versions.
CVE-2024-20491 could expose sensitive remote controller credentials that are improperly logged.
There are currently no documented workarounds for CVE-2024-20491, and updating to a fixed version is necessary to resolve the vulnerability.