Vulnerability identifier: #VU65662

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-20860

CWE-ID: CWE-295

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Nexus Dashboard
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to improper server certificate verification in the SSL/TLS implementation. A remote attacker can perform a man-in-the-middle (MitM) attack and alter communications between devices or view sensitive information.

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-nd-tlsvld-TbAQLp3N

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.