Vulnerability identifier: #VU47332
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Cisco IOS XE
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient file system permissions on an affected device. A local administrator can view or modify restricted information or configurations.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Cisco IOS XE: 16.12.1
External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-unauth-file-access-eBTWkKVW
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.