Vulnerability identifier: #VU96801

Vulnerability risk: Critical

CVSSv3.1: 8.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-20440

CWE-ID: CWE-200

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Cisco Smart Licensing Utility
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor: Cisco Systems, Inc

Description

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

The vulnerability exists due to excessive data output by the API. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted HTTP request and obtain log files that contain sensitive data, including credentials that can be used to access the API.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Cisco Smart Licensing Utility: 2.0.0 - 2.2.0

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External links
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-cslu-7gHMzWmw
http://bst.cloudapps.cisco.com/bugsearch/bug/CSCwi47950

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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.