Vulnerability Description
The CLI parser in Cisco NX-OS allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions, and overwrite or create arbitrary files, via shell output redirection, aka Bug IDs CSCts56672 and CSCts56669.
CVSS Score
6.2
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:S/C:N/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Nx-Os | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/98121
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityNotice/CVE-2012-4122Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/62843Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/87672
- http://osvdb.org/98121
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityNotice/CVE-2012-4122Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/62843Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/87672
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4122?
CVE-2012-4122 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.2 (MEDIUM). The CLI parser in Cisco NX-OS allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions, and overwrite or create arbitrary files, via shell output redirection, aka Bug IDs CSCts56672 and CSCts56669.
How severe is CVE-2012-4122?
CVE-2012-4122 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-4122?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Nx-Os.