cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx: Cisco SD-WAN Solution Configuration and Management Database Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
First published: Wed Jul 18 2018(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the configuration and management database of the Cisco SD-WAN Solution could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands with the privileges of the vmanage user in the configuration management system of the affected software. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of command arguments that are passed to the configuration and management database of the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by creating custom functions that contain malicious code and are executed as the vmanage user of the configuration management system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary commands with the privileges of the vmanage user in the configuration management system of the affected software. 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-20180718-sdwan-cx
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco SD-WAN firmware |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx?
The severity of cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx is critical due to the potential for remote command execution.
How do I fix cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx?
To fix cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx, update your Cisco SD-WAN Solution to the latest version as provided in the security advisory.
What types of attacks can exploit cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx?
cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx can be exploited by an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the affected system.
Who is affected by cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx?
Organizations using the Cisco SD-WAN Solution are affected by cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx.
Is cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx a local or remote vulnerability?
cisco-sa-20180718-sdwan-cx is a remote vulnerability that requires authentication to exploit.
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