CVE-2024-6858 — MEDIUM (6.5)

Vulnerability Description

In Arista’s EOS when in 802.1X mode, multi-auth unauthenticated hosts might be allowed access to a switch port if there exists an EAPOL capable device in the fallback VLAN.

CVSS Score

6.5

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

ADJACENT_NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-1287

References

https://www.arista.com/en/support/advisories-notices/security-advisory/19917-sec

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-6858?

CVE-2024-6858 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). In Arista’s EOS when in 802.1X mode, multi-auth unauthenticated hosts might be allowed access to a switch port if there exists an EAPOL capable device in the fallback VLAN.

How severe is CVE-2024-6858?

CVE-2024-6858 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-6858?

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