Arbitrary file upload in Cisco Identity Services Engine

1) Arbitrary file upload

EUVDB-ID: #VU83239

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-20272

CWE-ID: CWE-434 - Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of file during file upload in the web-based management interface. A remote administrator can upload a malicious file and execute it on the server.

Mitigation

Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE): 3.0 - 3.1

External links

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ise-mult-j-KxpNynR

Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.