CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2024-20532: Cisco Identity Services Engine Arbitrary File Read and Delete Vulnerability

First published: Wed Nov 06 2024(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the API of Cisco ISE could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to read and delete arbitrary files on an affected device. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker would need valid Super Admin credentials. This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied parameters in API requests. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted API request to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read or delete arbitrary files on the underlying operating system.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-20532?

    CVE-2024-20532 is considered a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing unauthorized file access on Cisco ISE devices.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-20532?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-20532, ensure you apply the latest patches provided by Cisco for the Identity Services Engine as soon as possible.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-20532?

    CVE-2024-20532 affects instances of the Cisco Identity Services Engine that have not been updated to the patched versions.

  • What exploit conditions are required for CVE-2024-20532?

    Exploitation of CVE-2024-20532 requires valid Super Admin credentials for the impacted Cisco Identity Services Engine.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2024-20532?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2024-20532 include unauthorized reading and deletion of arbitrary files, which could compromise sensitive data.

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