CVE-2021-1264

Cisco DNA Center Command Runner Command Injection Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in the Command Runner tool of Cisco DNA Center could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to perform a command injection attack. The vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation by the Command Runner tool. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by providing crafted input during command execution or via a crafted command runner API call. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary CLI commands on devices managed by Cisco DNA Center.

Category

9.6
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.91% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco Digital Network Architecture Center (DNA Center)
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Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-1264?
CVE-2021-1264 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-1264?
To fix CVE-2021-1264, 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-2021-1264 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-1264 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-1264?
CVE-2021-1264 affects Cisco Cisco Digital Network Architecture Center (DNA Center).
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