Vulnerability identifier: #VU45895
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient authorization of the System Operator role capabilities. A remote user can exploit this vulnerability by logging in with the System Operator role, performing a series of actions, and then assuming a new higher privileged role.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem: 7 201910 - 7 2019107
External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-smart-priv-esca-nqwxXWBu
http://bst.cloudapps.cisco.com/bugsearch/bug/CSCvu18548
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.