SB2024052721 - Improper access control in Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Software



SB2024052721 - Improper access control in Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Software

Published: May 27, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024052721
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Data manipulation

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20261)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a logic error when a specific class of encrypted archive files is inspected. A remote attacker can bypass a configured file policy to block an encrypted archive file.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.