CVE-2024-27890 — CRITICAL (9.6)

Vulnerability Description

Affected platforms running Arista EOS with OpenConfig configured, a gNMI Set request can be run when it should have been rejected. This can result in unexpected configuration being applied to the switch.

CVSS Score

9.6

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

LOW

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-306

References

https://www.arista.com/en/support/advisories-notices/security-advisory/19862-sec

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-27890?

CVE-2024-27890 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.6 (CRITICAL). Affected platforms running Arista EOS with OpenConfig configured, a gNMI Set request can be run when it should have been rejected. This can result in unexpected configuration being applied to the swit...

How severe is CVE-2024-27890?

CVE-2024-27890 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.6/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-27890?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.