cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL: Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller SQL Injection Vulnerability
A vulnerability in a REST API endpoint and web-based management interface of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker with read-only privileges to execute arbitrary SQL commands on an affected device.This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted request to a specific REST API endpoint or web-based management interface. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read, modify, or delete arbitrary data on an internal database, which could affect the availability of the device. 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-sqli-CyPPAxrL
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What is the severity of cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL?
The severity of cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL is critical due to the potential for unauthorized SQL command execution.
How do I fix cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL?
To fix cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL, update the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller to the latest patched version provided by Cisco.
Who is affected by cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL?
Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller installations with certain configurations are affected by cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL.
What type of attacks can occur due to cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL?
Exploitation of cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL could allow attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially compromising the database.
Is authentication required to exploit cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL?
Yes, exploitation of cisco-sa-ndfc-sqli-CyPPAxrL requires authenticated access with read-only privileges.