Vulnerability identifier: #VU56425
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-347
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Cisco 8000 Series Routers
Hardware solutions /
Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
Cisco Network Convergence System 540 Series Routers
Hardware solutions /
Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
Vendor:
Description
The vulnerability allows a local administrator to execute arbitrary code on the system.
The vulnerability exists in the Cisco IOS XR due to a race condition that occurs when the install request is being processed. A local administrator can modify an ISO image and execute arbitrary code on the affected device.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-lnt-QN9mCzwn
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.