Vulnerability Description
The helper application in Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client (formerly AnyConnect VPN Client) before 2.5.3041, and 3.0.x before 3.0.629, on Linux and Mac OS X downloads a client executable file (vpndownloader.exe) without verifying its authenticity, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the url property to a Java applet, aka Bug ID CSCsy05934.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client | <= 2.5.2019 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | All versions |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=910
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080b80123.sVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/490097US Government Resource
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025591
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/67739
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=910
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080b80123.sVendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/490097US Government Resource
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025591
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/67739
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2040?
CVE-2011-2040 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The helper application in Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client (formerly AnyConnect VPN Client) before 2.5.3041, and 3.0.x before 3.0.629, on Linux and Mac OS X downloads a client executable file (...
How severe is CVE-2011-2040?
CVE-2011-2040 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2040?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client, Apple Mac Os X, Linux Linux Kernel.