CVE-2020-3477

Cisco IOS and IOS XE Software Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in the CLI parser of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to access files from the flash: filesystem. The vulnerability is due to insufficient application of restrictions during the execution of a specific command. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by using a specific command at the command line. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to obtain read-only access to files that are located on the flash: filesystem that otherwise might not have been accessible.

Categories

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco IOS
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-3477?
CVE-2020-3477 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-3477?
To fix CVE-2020-3477, 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-2020-3477 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-3477 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-2020-3477?
CVE-2020-3477 affects Cisco Cisco IOS.
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