Vulnerability identifier: #VU87889
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/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-184
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Cisco IOS XE
Operating systems & Components /
Operating system
Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper validation of user supplied input. A remote administrator can send specially crafted input over NETCONF and elevate privileges from administrator to root.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Cisco IOS XE: 17.9.2 - 17.11.1
External links
http://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-iosxe-priv-esc-seAx6NLX
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.