SB2021070815 - Remote code execution in Cisco Adaptive Security Device Manager
Published: July 8, 2021 Updated: February 16, 2022
Security Bulletin ID
SB2021070815
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Code Injection (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-1585)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists due to a lack of proper signature verification for specific code exchanged between the ASDM and the Launcher. A remote attacker can leverage a man-in-the-middle position on the network and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.