Vulnerability identifier: #VU45788

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-3540

CWE-ID: CWE-285

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 user to gain access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient authorization checks in the web-based management interface of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM). A remote authenticated user can gain access to administrative functionality and view, modify, and delete data without proper authorization.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cisco Data Center Network Manager: 11.3.0.564 - 11.4.0.379

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-dcnm-bypass-auth-mVDR6ygT

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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.