Vulnerability identifier: #VU65654

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: CVE-2022-20908

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

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ndb-mprvesc-EMhDgXe5

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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.