What is the severity of ZDI-20-542?

ZDI-20-542 is considered a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix ZDI-20-542?

To fix ZDI-20-542, update to the latest version of Cisco UCS Director as provided in the security advisory.

What types of attacks are possible with ZDI-20-542?

ZDI-20-542 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the system.

Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-20-542?

No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-20-542, making it particularly critical.

What versions of Cisco UCS Director are affected by ZDI-20-542?

All affected installations of Cisco UCS Director are vulnerable to ZDI-20-542, but specific version details should be confirmed in the security advisory.

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ZDI-20-542

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9.8

4/8/2024

ZDI-20-542: Cisco UCS Director ScriptModuleAddJarPage Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Cisco UCS Director. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the ScriptModuleAddJarPage method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in file operations. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the tomcatu account.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-20-542?
ZDI-20-542 is considered a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-20-542?
To fix ZDI-20-542, update to the latest version of Cisco UCS Director as provided in the security advisory.
What types of attacks are possible with ZDI-20-542?
ZDI-20-542 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the system.
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-20-542?
No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-20-542, making it particularly critical.
What versions of Cisco UCS Director are affected by ZDI-20-542?
All affected installations of Cisco UCS Director are vulnerable to ZDI-20-542, but specific version details should be confirmed in the security advisory.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of ZDI-20-542?
ZDI-20-542 is considered a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix ZDI-20-542?
To fix ZDI-20-542, update to the latest version of Cisco UCS Director as provided in the security advisory.
What types of attacks are possible with ZDI-20-542?
ZDI-20-542 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the system.
Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-20-542?
No, authentication is not required to exploit ZDI-20-542, making it particularly critical.
What versions of Cisco UCS Director are affected by ZDI-20-542?
All affected installations of Cisco UCS Director are vulnerable to ZDI-20-542, but specific version details should be confirmed in the security advisory.