cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3: Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software Path Traversal Vulnerability
First published: Wed Jul 15 2020(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct path traversal attacks and obtain read access to sensitive files on an affected system. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of HTTP requests. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted HTTP request that contains directory traversal character sequences to the affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to view arbitrary files on the affected system. 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-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3
Credit: Johnny Yu Walmart Security
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco SD-WAN vManage |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3?
The severity of cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3 is considered high due to its potential for sensitive data exposure.
How do I fix cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3?
To fix cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3, apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco for SD-WAN vManage Software.
Who is affected by cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3?
Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software users are affected by vulnerability cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3.
What type of attack does cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3 enable?
cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3 enables path traversal attacks that can expose sensitive files.
Is user authentication required to exploit cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3?
Yes, user authentication is required to exploit cisco-sa-vmandowndir-CVGvdKM3.
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