Vulnerability identifier: #VU48546
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-306
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Cisco IoT Field Network Director
Web applications /
Remote management & hosting panels
Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to the affected system does not properly authenticate API calls. A remote attacker can obtain a cross-site request forgery (CSRF) token, then use the token with REST API requests, access the back-end database of the affected device and read, alter, or drop information.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Cisco IoT Field Network Director: 4.6
External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-FND-BCK-GHkPNZ5F
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.