Vulnerability identifier: #VU88806

Vulnerability risk: Low

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

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20295

CWE-ID: CWE-78

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cisco Integrated Management Controller
Server applications / Remote management servers, RDP, SSH
Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software
Server applications / Virtualization software
Cisco 5000 Series Enterprise Network Compute System
Client/Desktop applications / Virtualization software
Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Universal CPE
Hardware solutions / Routers & switches, VoIP, GSM, etc
UCS C-Series Rack Servers in standalone mode
Other software / Other software solutions
UCS E-Series Servers
Other software / Other software solutions

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to execute arbitrary shell commands on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the CLI. A local user can pass specially crafted data to the application and execute arbitrary OS 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

Cisco Integrated Management Controller: 3.2.6 - 4.12

Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software: 3.12 - 3.13

Cisco 5000 Series Enterprise Network Compute System: All versions

Catalyst 8300 Series Edge Universal CPE: All versions

UCS C-Series Rack Servers in standalone mode: All versions

UCS E-Series Servers: All versions

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-cimc-cmd-inj-mUx4c5AJ

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Q & A

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.