CVE-2024-20448: nexus dashboard — Fix

Description

A vulnerability in the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) software, formerly Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), could allow an attacker with access to a backup file to view sensitive information. This vulnerability is due to the improper storage of sensitive information within config only and full backup files. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by parsing the contents of a backup file that is generated from an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access sensitive information, including NDFC-connected device credentials, the NDFC site manager private key, and the scheduled backup file encryption key.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

6.3

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-313 CWE-313

CWE-312 CWE-312

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
cisco	nexus_dashboard_fabric_controller	< 12.2.2

References

Advisories & Patches

https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ndfc-cidv-XvyX2wLj

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-20448? +

A vulnerability in the Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) software, formerly Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM), could allow an attacker with access to a backup file to view sensitive information. This vulnerability is due to the improper storage of sensitive information within config only and full backup files. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by parsing the contents of a backup file that is generated from an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access sensitive information, including NDFC-connected device credentials, the NDFC site manager private key, and the scheduled backup file encryption key. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-20448? +

CVE-2024-20448 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.3 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-20448? +

CVE-2024-20448 affects products from cisco, specifically: nexus_dashboard_fabric_controller. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-20448? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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