Vulnerability identifier: #VU50056

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-2021-1269

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:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authorization checks.

The vulnerability exists due to a failure to limit access to resources that are intended for users with Administrator privileges. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request to list, view, create, edit, and delete specific system configurations.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-dcnm-authbypass-OHBPbxu

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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.