Vulnerability identifier: #VU69243

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-20918

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
FirePOWER Software
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to the presence of a default credential for Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) version 1 version 2. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted SNMPv1 or SNMPv2 GET request and retrieve sensitive information from the target device.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

FirePOWER Software: 7.0

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-fmcsfr-snmp-access-6gqgtJ4S

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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.