CVE-2024-20291

Description

A vulnerability in the access control list (ACL) programming for port channel subinterfaces of Cisco Nexus 3000 and 9000 Series Switches in standalone NX-OS mode could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to send traffic that should be blocked through an affected device. This vulnerability is due to incorrect hardware programming that occurs when configuration changes are made to port channel member ports. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by attempting to send traffic through an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access network resources that should be protected by an ACL that was applied on port channel subinterfaces.

Categories

5.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 11.56% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco NX-OS Software
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20291?
CVE-2024-20291 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-20291?
To fix CVE-2024-20291, 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-2024-20291 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2024-20291 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~12% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-20291?
CVE-2024-20291 affects Cisco Cisco NX-OS Software.
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