cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe: Cisco Data Center Network Manager Read File Path Traversal Vulnerability

Published Aug 19, 2020
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Updated

A vulnerability in a specific REST API of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct directory traversal attacks on an affected device. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input to the API. An attacker with a low-privileged account could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted request to the API. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read arbitrary files on the affected system. 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-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Data Center Network Manager

Event History

Aug 19, 2020
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-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe?

The severity of cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe is rated as high due to its potential for directory traversal attacks.

2

How do I fix cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe?

To fix cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe, you should update to the latest version of Cisco Data Center Network Manager that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe?

Systems running affected versions of Cisco Data Center Network Manager are vulnerable to cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe.

4

What type of attack does cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe facilitate?

Cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe facilitates directory traversal attacks which can allow unauthorized access to files on the server.

5

Is authentication required to exploit cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe?

Yes, exploitation of cisco-sa-dcnm-file-path-6PKONjHe requires authentication, making it an authenticated remote attack.

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