CVE-2024-20448

Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller Credential Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) software, formerly Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), could allow an attacker with access to a backup file to view sensitive information. This vulnerability is due to the improper storage of sensitive information within config only and full backup files. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by parsing the contents of a backup file that is generated from an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access sensitive information, including NDFC-connected device credentials, the NDFC site manager private key, and the scheduled backup file encryption key.

Categories

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.02%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco Data Center Network Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ndfc-cidv-XvyX2wLj vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20448?
CVE-2024-20448 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-20448?
To fix CVE-2024-20448, 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-2024-20448 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-20448 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-2024-20448?
CVE-2024-20448 affects Cisco Cisco Data Center Network Manager.
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