cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf: Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem Improper Access Control Vulnerability

Published Jun 17, 2020
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Updated

A vulnerability in the web application of Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem (SSM On-Prem) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to create arbitrary user accounts. The vulnerability is due to the lack of authorization controls in the web application. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted HTTP request to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to add user accounts to the configuration of an affected device. These accounts would not be administrator or operator accounts. 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-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem

Event History

Jun 17, 2020
Advisory Published
04:00 PM
Data Sourced
04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf?

The severity of cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf is high due to the potential for unauthorized access and account creation.

2

How do I fix cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf?

To fix cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf, apply the recommended patches and updates provided by Cisco.

3

Who is affected by cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf?

Organizations using Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem are affected by cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf.

4

What type of attack is possible with cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf?

An unauthenticated, remote attacker can exploit cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf to create arbitrary user accounts.

5

Is cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf being actively exploited?

There are no public reports of active exploitation of cisco-sa-on-prem-access-ctrl-fpQRfdpf at this time.

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