Vulnerability identifier: #VU49532

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: CVE-2021-1144

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cisco Connected Mobile Experiences
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to incorrect handling of authorization checks for changing a password. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and alter the passwords of any user on the system, including an administrative user.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cisco Connected Mobile Experiences: 10.6.0 - 10.6.2

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-cmxpe-75Asy9k

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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.