Risk | High |
Patch available | YES |
Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
CVE-ID | CVE-2022-20695 |
CWE-ID | CWE-303 |
Exploitation vector | Network |
Public exploit | N/A |
Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Wireless LAN Controller Software Other software / Other software solutions Virtual Wireless Controller Other software / Other software solutions 3504 Wireless Controller Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc 5520 Wireless Controller Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc 8540 Wireless Controller Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc Cisco Mobility Express Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc |
Vendor | Cisco Systems, Inc |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
EUVDB-ID: #VU62340
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-20695
CWE-ID:
CWE-303 - Incorrect Implementation of Authentication Algorithm
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to the improper implementation of the password validation algorithm in the authentication functionality. A remote attacker can bypass authentication and log in to the device as an administrator.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsWireless LAN Controller Software: 8.10.151.0 - 8.10.162.0
3504 Wireless Controller: All versions
5520 Wireless Controller : All versions
8540 Wireless Controller : All versions
Cisco Mobility Express: All versions
Virtual Wireless Controller: All versions
External linksQ & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.