Vulnerability Description
The username command in Cisco ACE Application Control Engine Module for Catalyst 6500 Switches and 7600 Routers and Cisco ACE 4710 Application Control Engine Appliance stores a cleartext password by default, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Application Control Engine Module | All versions |
| Cisco | Catalyst 6500 | All versions |
| Cisco | Catalyst 7600 | All versions |
| Cisco | Ace 4710 | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080a7bc82.sPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080a7bc82.sPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-0742?
CVE-2009-0742 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The username command in Cisco ACE Application Control Engine Module for Catalyst 6500 Switches and 7600 Routers and Cisco ACE 4710 Application Control Engine Appliance stores a cleartext password by d...
How severe is CVE-2009-0742?
CVE-2009-0742 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-0742?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Application Control Engine Module, Cisco Catalyst 6500, Cisco Catalyst 7600, Cisco Ace 4710.