SB2021092421 - Unprotected storage of credentials in Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software



SB2021092421 - Unprotected storage of credentials in Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software

Published: September 24, 2021

Security Bulletin ID SB2021092421
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Unprotected storage of credentials (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-1589)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to other users' credentials.

The vulnerability exists due to access to API endpoints is not properly restricted in the disaster recovery feature. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted request and gain unauthorized access to administrative credentials.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.