Vulnerability identifier: #VU27681
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-798
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Cisco Firepower Management Center
Client/Desktop applications /
Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain full access to vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to a system account that has a default and static password and that is not controlled by the system administrator. A remote unauthenticated attacker can access the affected system using the hard-coded credentials.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Cisco Firepower Management Center: All versions
External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-fmcua-statcred-weeCcZct
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.