Vulnerability identifier: #VU26989
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:H/E:F/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: Yes
Vulnerable software:
Cisco UCS Director
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Cisco UCS Director Express for Big Data
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient access control validation in the REST API. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request, bypass authentication process, interact with the REST API and cause a denial of service (DoS) condition on the target system.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Cisco UCS Director: 6.0.0.0 - 6.7.3.0
Cisco UCS Director Express for Big Data: 3.7.3.0
External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ucsd-mult-vulns-UNfpdW4E
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. However, a fully functional exploit for this vulnerability is available.