CVE-2010-2842

Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) software, possibly 4.2 through 6.0, allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and modify the…

published September 10, 2010

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
73.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Remote authenticated users can unexpectedly waltz right past access restrictions! This sneaky vulnerability in Cisco's Wireless LAN Controller could let them alter configurations and possibly gain admin privileges. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant where diners suddenly have the ability to sneak into the kitchen and change the menu — if the staff isn't paying attention to who’s coming in, they could cook up a real mess! An attacker with valid credentials could manipulate the wireless LAN's configuration, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the network. Just imagine the chaos of having sensitive configurations changed without permission — it's a recipe for disaster!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant where diners suddenly have the ability to sneak into the kitchen and change the menu — if the staff isn't paying attention to who’s coming in, they could cook up a real mess! This vulnerability in Cisco WLC software versions 4.2 through 6.0 allows authenticated users to bypass access restrictions through unspecified means, granting them the ability to modify configurations and possibly escalate privileges.

What to do

An attacker with valid credentials could manipulate the wireless LAN's configuration, potentially leading to unauthorized access and control over the network. Just imagine the chaos of having sensitive configurations changed without permission — it's a recipe for disaster! To safeguard your network, ensure you're running a patched version of the Cisco WLC software. Review access control policies and audit user privileges to minimize risks. Keeping your software updated is key! You've got this! Stay proactive, and your network will be secure in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01482 · 73.8th percentile
Published
2010-09-10T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 10 SEP 17:00Z
    Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) software, possibly 4.2 through 6.0, allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and modify the…
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