First published: Wed Nov 20 2019(Updated: )
A vulnerability in Cisco DNA Spaces: Connector could allow an authenticated, local attacker to elevate privileges and execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system as root. The vulnerability is due to insufficient restrictions during the execution of an affected CLI command. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by leveraging the insufficient restrictions to modify sensitive files. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to elevate privileges and execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system as root. 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-20191120-dna-priv-esca
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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The severity of cisco-sa-20191120-dna-priv-esca is considered high due to the potential for privilege escalation and arbitrary command execution.
To fix cisco-sa-20191120-dna-priv-esca, apply the latest patches and updates provided by Cisco for the affected Cisco DNA Spaces: Connector.
Users of Cisco DNA Spaces: Connector are affected by cisco-sa-20191120-dna-priv-esca if they have not applied the necessary security updates.
The potential risks associated with cisco-sa-20191120-dna-priv-esca include unauthorized access and control over the operating system, leading to data breaches.
Yes, exploitation of cisco-sa-20191120-dna-priv-esca requires an authenticated local attacker.