CVE-2023-20039

Cisco Industrial Network Director File Permissions

Description

A vulnerability in Cisco IND could allow an authenticated, local attacker to read application data. This vulnerability is due to insufficient default file permissions that are applied to the application data directory. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing files in the application data directory. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to view sensitive information. Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability. 

References

Link	Tags
https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ind-CAeLFk6V

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-20039?: CVE-2023-20039 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-20039?: To fix CVE-2023-20039, 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-2023-20039 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-20039 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-2023-20039?: CVE-2023-20039 affects Cisco Cisco Industrial Network Director.

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Description

Category

CWE-552 – Files or Directories Accessible to External Parties

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Frequently Asked Questions