CVE-2017-12255

Description

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco UCS Central Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain shell access. The vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation of commands entered in the CLI, aka a Restricted Shell Break Vulnerability. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by entering a specific command with crafted arguments. An exploit could allow the attacker to gain shell access to the underlying system. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve70762.

Category

6.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: n/a Cisco UCS Central Software
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100932 vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039412 vdb entry third party advisory
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170920-ucs vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-12255?
CVE-2017-12255 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-12255?
To fix CVE-2017-12255, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-12255 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-12255 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-12255?
CVE-2017-12255 affects n/a Cisco UCS Central Software.
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