CWE
269
Advisory Published

cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5: Cisco AppDynamics PHP Agent Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Wed Nov 15 2023(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the installer script of Cisco AppDynamics PHP Agent could allow an authenticated, local attacker to elevate privileges on an affected device.This vulnerability is due to insufficient permissions that are set by the PHP Agent Installer on the PHP Agent install

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco AppDynamics

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5?

    The severity of cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5 is classified as medium.

  • How do I fix cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5?

    To remediate cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5, update the Cisco AppDynamics PHP Agent to the latest version.

  • What type of vulnerability is cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5?

    cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5 is a privilege escalation vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5?

    Users of the Cisco AppDynamics PHP Agent are affected by cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5.

  • What causes the vulnerability cisco-sa-appd-php-authpriv-gEBwTvu5?

    The vulnerability is caused by insufficient permissions set by the PHP Agent Installer.

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