CWE
266
Advisory Published

cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3: Cisco IOS XR Software SSH Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

First published: Wed Mar 13 2024(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the SSH client feature of Cisco IOS XR Software for Cisco 8000 Series Routers and Cisco Network Convergence System (NCS) 540 Series and 5700 Series Routers could allow an authenticated, local attacker to elevate privileges on an affected device. This

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco IOS XRv 9000
Cisco 8000 Series Routers
Cisco Network Convergence System 540 Series
Cisco Network Convergence System (NCS) 5700 Series

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Child vulnerabilities

(Contains the following vulnerabilities)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3?

    The severity of cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3 is classified as high due to the potential for privilege escalation by an authenticated local attacker.

  • How do I fix cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3?

    To fix cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3, apply the latest software patch provided by Cisco for affected IOS XR devices.

  • What devices are affected by cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3?

    The affected devices include Cisco 8000 Series Routers and Cisco NCS 540 and 5700 Series Routers running IOS XR Software.

  • Who is vulnerable to cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3?

    Authenticated, local attackers are vulnerable to exploiting the privilege escalation vulnerability described in cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3.

  • What impact does cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3 have on my network?

    The impact of cisco-sa-iosxr-ssh-privesc-eWDMKew3 can result in unauthorized access and control over the affected network devices.

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