#VU64451 Improper Authorization in Handler for Custom URL Scheme in Cisco AppDynamics Controller


Published: 2022-06-16

Vulnerability identifier: #VU64451

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-20736

CWE-ID: CWE-939

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cisco AppDynamics Controller
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensntive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization checks in the web-based management interface. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and access the login page for an administrative console.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cisco AppDynamics Controller: 21.4.6


External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-appd-contrl-athzn-bp-BLypgsbu


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.


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