SB2017100511 - Security restrictions bypass in Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client



SB2017100511 - Security restrictions bypass in Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client

Published: October 5, 2017 Updated: October 9, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017100511
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Local access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Security restrictions bypass (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-12268)

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to enable multiple network adapters.

The weakness exists in the Network Access Manager (NAM) of Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client due to insufficient NAM policy enforcement. A local attacker can bypass security restrictions, enable multiple active network adapters and cause traffic to be sent via an unauthorized network interface.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.