CVE-2021-1381

Cisco IOS XE Software Active Debug Code Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker with high privileges or an unauthenticated attacker with physical access to the device to open a debugging console. The vulnerability is due to insufficient command authorization restrictions. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by running commands on the hardware platform to open a debugging console. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access a debugging console.

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.12%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco IOS XE Software
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-XE-BLKH-Ouvrnf2s vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-1381?
CVE-2021-1381 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-1381?
To fix CVE-2021-1381, 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-2021-1381 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-1381 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-2021-1381?
CVE-2021-1381 affects Cisco Cisco IOS XE Software.
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