SB2023091417 - Improper access control in Cisco IOS XR Software



SB2023091417 - Improper access control in Cisco IOS XR Software

Published: September 14, 2023

Security Bulletin ID SB2023091417
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2023-20191)

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

The vulnerability exists due to incomplete support in the access control list (ACL) processing on MPLS interfaces in the ingress direction. A remote attacker can bypass an ACL on the affected device.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.