cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL: Cisco FXOS Software Arbitrary File Write Vulnerability

Published Aug 23, 2023

Updated

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco FXOS Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to create a file or overwrite any file on the filesystem of an affected device, including system files.The vulnerability occurs because there is no validation of parameters when a specific

Affected Software

1 affected component

Cisco FXOS Software

Event History

Aug 23, 2023

Advisory Published

04:00 PM

Data Sourced

04:00 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

CVE-2023-20234

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL?

The severity of cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL is high due to the potential for an authenticated attacker to modify critical system files.

How do I fix cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL?

To fix cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL, you should apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco for FXOS Software.

Who is affected by cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL?

Cisco FXOS Software users with unaudited access could be impacted by cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL.

What is the nature of the vulnerability in cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL?

The vulnerability in cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL allows an attacker to create or overwrite files on the device’s filesystem.

What are the potential consequences of cisco-sa-fxos-arbitrary-file-BLk6YupL?

The potential consequences include unauthorized access, data loss, and disruption of services due to compromised system files.