cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww: Cisco IOS and IOS XE Software SNMP Extended Named Access Control List Bypass Vulnerability

Published Apr 17, 2024
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Updated

A vulnerability in the implementation of the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) IPv4 access control list (ACL) feature of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to perform SNMP polling of an affected device, even if it is configured

Affected Software

2 affected components
Cisco IOS software
Cisco IOS XE Software

Event History

Apr 17, 2024
Advisory Published
via Cisco·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via Cisco·04:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww?

The severity of cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww is considered high due to the potential for unauthorized access to network devices.

2

How do I fix cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww?

To fix cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww, apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco for affected IOS and IOS XE Software.

3

What systems are affected by cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww?

Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software are the systems affected by cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww.

4

What does cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww exploit?

cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww exploits a vulnerability in the SNMP IPv4 access control list feature allowing unauthorized remote SNMP polling.

5

Is there a workaround for cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww?

Yes, a potential workaround for cisco-sa-snmp-uwBXfqww is to restrict SNMP access through firewall rules.

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