cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp: Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller SSH Host Key Validation Vulnerability

Published Jun 4, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability in the SSH implementation of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to impersonate Cisco NDFC-managed devices.This vulnerability is due to insufficient SSH host key validation. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by performing a machine-in-the-middle attack on SSH connections to Cisco NDFC-managed devices, which could allow an attacker to intercept this traffic. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to impersonate a managed device and capture user credentials.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-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller

Event History

Jun 4, 2025
Advisory Published
via Cisco·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Cisco·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp?

The cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp vulnerability has a high severity rating due to its potential for unauthorized remote access.

2

How do I fix cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp?

To fix cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp, update the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp?

The cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp vulnerability affects users of the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller who utilize the SSH feature.

4

What can an attacker do with cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp?

An attacker exploiting cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp could impersonate Cisco NDFC-managed devices and potentially launch further attacks.

5

Is there a workaround for cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp?

Currently, there is no official workaround available for the cisco-sa-ndfc-shkv-snQJtjrp vulnerability; updating software is the recommended course of action.

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