CVE-2024-20477

Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller Unauthorized REST API Endpoint Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in a specific REST API endpoint of Cisco NDFC could allow an authenticated, low-privileged, remote attacker to upload or delete files on an affected device. This vulnerability exists because of missing authorization controls on the affected REST API endpoint. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted API requests to the affected endpoint. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to upload files into a specific container or delete files from a specific folder within that container. This vulnerability only affects a specific REST API endpoint and does not affect the web-based management interface.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.21%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco Data Center Network Manager
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20477?
CVE-2024-20477 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-20477?
To fix CVE-2024-20477, 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-2024-20477 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-20477 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-2024-20477?
CVE-2024-20477 affects Cisco Cisco Data Center Network Manager.
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