Vulnerability identifier: #VU62815

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-20779

CWE-ID: CWE-77

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software
Server applications / Virtualization software

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the image registration process. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trick a victim to install a VM image with crafted metadata and execute arbitrary commands on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software: 4.0

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-NFVIS-MUL-7DySRX9

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Q & A

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.