CVE-2024-20490

Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller and Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in a logging function of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) and Cisco Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator (NDO) could allow an attacker with access to a tech support file to view sensitive information. This vulnerability exists because HTTP proxy credentials could be recorded in an internal log that is stored in the tech support file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing a tech support file that is generated from an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to view HTTP proxy server admin credentials in clear text that are configured on Nexus Dashboard to reach an external network. Note: Best practice is to store debug logs and tech support files safely and to share them only with trusted parties because they may contain sensitive information.

Categories

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.11%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco Data Center Network Manager
Affected: Cisco Cisco Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20490?
CVE-2024-20490 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-20490?
To fix CVE-2024-20490, 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-2024-20490 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-20490 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-2024-20490?
CVE-2024-20490 affects Cisco Cisco Data Center Network Manager, Cisco Cisco Nexus Dashboard Orchestrator.
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