SB2024071803 - Unverified Password Change in Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem



SB2024071803 - Unverified Password Change in Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem

Published: July 18, 2024 Updated: September 24, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024071803
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Unverified Password Change (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20419)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to lack of proper validation of the old password before setting a new password. A remote attacker can send specially crafted HTTP requests and access the web UI or API with the privileges of the compromised user.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.