Vulnerability identifier: #VU65652
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/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-264
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Nexus Dashboard
Server applications /
Other server solutions
Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insufficient input validation during CLI command execution. A local administrator can gain elevated privileges on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Nexus Dashboard: 1.1 - 2.2
External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ndb-mprvesc-EMhDgXe5
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.