CWE
284
Advisory Published

cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN: Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Software Encrypted Archive File Policy Bypass Vulnerability

First published: Wed May 22 2024(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the file policy feature that is used to inspect encrypted archive files of Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass a configured file policy to block an encrypted archive file.This vulnerability exists

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Software

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(Contains the following vulnerabilities)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN?

    The cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN vulnerability is considered high severity due to its potential impact on security controls.

  • How do I fix cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN?

    To fix the cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN vulnerability, update your Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Software to the latest version provided by Cisco.

  • Who is affected by cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN?

    Organizations using Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Software with configured file policies to inspect encrypted archive files are affected by the cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN vulnerability.

  • What causes cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN?

    The cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN vulnerability is caused by a flaw in the file policy feature which allows attackers to bypass restrictions on encrypted archive files.

  • Can cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN be exploited remotely?

    Yes, the cisco-sa-ftd-archive-bypass-z4wQjwcN vulnerability can be exploited by unauthenticated remote attackers.

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