Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in the request authentication validation for the REST API of Cisco SD-WAN vManage software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to gain read permissions or limited write permissions to the configuration of an affected Cisco SD-WAN vManage instance. This vulnerability is due to insufficient request validation when using the REST API feature. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted API request to an affected vManage instance. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to retrieve information from and send information to the configuration of the affected Cisco vManage instance. This vulnerability only affects the REST API and does not affect the web-based management interface or the CLI.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Catalyst Sd-Wan Manager | >= 20.6.4, < 20.6.4.2 |
| Cisco | Sd-Wan Vmanage | >= 20.10, < 20.10.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/ciVendor Advisory
- https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/ciVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-20214?
CVE-2023-20214 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). A vulnerability in the request authentication validation for the REST API of Cisco SD-WAN vManage software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to gain read permissions or limited write per...
How severe is CVE-2023-20214?
CVE-2023-20214 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-20214?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Catalyst Sd-Wan Manager, Cisco Sd-Wan Vmanage.