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MEDIUM · 5.8

CVE-2013-1212

The SSL functionality in Cisco NX-OS on the Nexus 1000V does not properly verify X.509 certificates, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers, and intercept or modify Virtual Supervis...

Vulnerability Description

The SSL functionality in Cisco NX-OS on the Nexus 1000V does not properly verify X.509 certificates, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers, and intercept or modify Virtual Supervisor Module (VSM) to VMware vCenter communication, via a crafted certificate, aka Bug ID CSCud14837.

CVSS Score

5.8

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
PARTIAL
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
CiscoNx-Os-
CiscoNexus 1000V-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-310

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2013-1212?

CVE-2013-1212 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.8 (MEDIUM). The SSL functionality in Cisco NX-OS on the Nexus 1000V does not properly verify X.509 certificates, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers, and intercept or modify Virtual Supervis...

How severe is CVE-2013-1212?

CVE-2013-1212 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2013-1212?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Nx-Os, Cisco Nexus 1000V.