cisco-sa-20180516-dnac: Cisco Digital Network Architecture Center Static Credentials Vulnerability

Published May 16, 2018
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Updated

A vulnerability in Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to log in to an affected system by using an administrative account that has default, static user credentials. The vulnerability is due to the presence of undocumented, static user credentials for the default administrative account for the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by using the account to log in to an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to log in to the affected system and execute arbitrary commands with root privileges. Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability. This advisory is available at the following link: https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180516-dnac

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Digital Network Architecture Center

Event History

May 16, 2018
Advisory Published
04:00 PM
Data Sourced
04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac?

The severity of Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac is categorized as high due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive systems.

2

How do I fix Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac?

To fix Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac, change the default static user credentials to strong, unique passwords.

3

Who is affected by Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac?

Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac affects users of Cisco Digital Network Architecture Center systems.

4

What type of access does the vulnerability in Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac allow?

The vulnerability in Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac allows unauthenticated remote access using default administrative credentials.

5

What should I do if I suspect a breach related to Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac?

If you suspect a breach related to Cisco security advisory cisco-sa-20180516-dnac, immediately change credentials and investigate for unauthorized activity.

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