CVE-2021-1508CWE-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

🚨 Imagine a world where an unauthorized outsider could waltz right into your networks and take control with just a few clicks. Welcome to the vulnerabilities in Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software! 🔥 This situation is like leaving your front door wide open while you take out the trash—anyone could stroll in and help themselves to your valuables. With no need to authenticate, intruders can execute arbitrary code, much like an uninvited guest rearranging your living room without a care in the world. The consequences of this could be absolutely devastating: attackers could not only manipulate your data but also access sensitive information, potentially exposing your entire network to chaos. For those already inside, a local attacker can escalate their privileges, turning a minor player into the puppet master of your application!

Put simply

This situation is like leaving your front door wide open while you take out the trash—anyone could stroll in and help themselves to your valuables. With no need to authenticate, intruders can execute arbitrary code, much like an uninvited guest rearranging your living room without a care in the world. The vulnerabilities in Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software allow unauthenticated remote code execution and unauthorized access, making it a critical risk for organizations relying on this system for their networking needs.

What to do

The consequences of this could be absolutely devastating: attackers could not only manipulate your data but also access sensitive information, potentially exposing your entire network to chaos. For those already inside, a local attacker can escalate their privileges, turning a minor player into the puppet master of your application! Immediate patching is crucial! Update your Cisco SD-WAN vManage Software to the latest version to mitigate these vulnerabilities. Ensure that your network configurations are also reviewed to tighten access controls and limit exposure. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll bolster your defenses and keep your network secure! 🛡️

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
    cvelistv5