CVE-2019-15977Data Center Network Manager Hardcoded Credentials
Multiple vulnerabilities in the authentication mechanisms of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass authentication and execute arbitrary actions with administrative privileges on an affected device.
Published Jan 6, 2020 · Updated Nov 21, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2019-15977 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v3.1) affecting Data Center Network Manager (Cisco).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Data Center Network Manager 11.3\(1\), Data Center Network Manager n/a.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because public exploit code exists for a high-severity flaw.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
7.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
38%
Higher than 98.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
ATLAS score
41/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Not listed
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Proof of concept
Public exploit code
2
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
0
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
Description
Multiple vulnerabilities in the authentication mechanisms of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass authentication and execute arbitrary actions with administrative privileges on an affected device. For more information about these vulnerabilities, see the Details section of this advisory.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Data Center Network ManagerCisco | >= unspecified | 11.3\(1\) |
Patched Releases
Data Center Network Manager
11.3\(1\), n/a
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jan 6, 2020
Last updated
Nov 21, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-798 Use of Hard-coded Credentials
FAQ
Common Questions.
Multiple vulnerabilities in the authentication mechanisms of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass authentication and execute arbitrary actions with administrative privileges on an affected device.
Affected: Data Center Network Manager (Cisco) versions >= unspecified. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Data Center Network Manager 11.3\(1\), Data Center Network Manager n/a.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because public exploit code exists for a high-severity flaw.
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