Vulnerability identifier: #VU32913

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-3384

CWE-ID: CWE-78

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cisco Data Center Network Manager
Server applications / Remote management servers, RDP, SSH

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in specific REST API endpoints. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary OS commands on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cisco Data Center Network Manager: 11.3.1

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-dcnm-rest-inj-BCt8pwAJ

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

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

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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