CVE-2021-1505CWE-20

Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software Vulnerabilities

Critical · published May 6, 2021

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
2%
Percentile
76.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A single vulnerability lets unauthenticated attackers execute arbitrary code remotely in Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software — that’s like handing out the keys to the kingdom! 🔥 Think of it as a hotel front desk that lets anyone not only check in but also access the master key vault without any verification — a recipe for total chaos! An attacker could waltz right in and execute any code they choose, compromising sensitive information or escalating their own privileges. This could lead to severe data breaches or unauthorized control over the entire application. The consequences could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel front desk that lets anyone not only check in but also access the master key vault without any verification — a recipe for total chaos! This CVE allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or gain access to sensitive data due to multiple vulnerabilities in Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software. Additionally, authenticated local attackers may elevate their privileges or access unauthorized features.

What to do

An attacker could waltz right in and execute any code they choose, compromising sensitive information or escalating their own privileges. This could lead to severe data breaches or unauthorized control over the entire application. The consequences could be absolutely devastating! Immediate action is required! Make sure to update your Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software to the latest patched version to mitigate these vulnerabilities. Also, review your authentication processes to strengthen access controls. You’ve got this! Stay proactive and secure your systems! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01630 · 76.0th percentile
Weakness
CWE-20 · Improper Input Validation
Published
2021-05-06T12:41Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 MAY 12:41Z
    Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software Vulnerabilities
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