CVE-2011-3305
7.8 · HIGHDirectory traversal vulnerability in Cisco Network Admission Control (NAC) Manager 4.8.x allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via crafted traffic to TCP port 443, aka Bug ID CSCtq10755.
Overview
CVE-2011-3305 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cisco nac_manager. It was published on October 6, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical description
Directory traversal vulnerability in Cisco Network Admission Control (NAC) Manager 4.8.x allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via crafted traffic to TCP port 443, aka Bug ID CSCtq10755.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update nac_manager to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected products
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References
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Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2011-3305?
CVE-2011-3305 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cisco nac_manager. It was published on October 6, 2011 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2011-3305?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2011-3305?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update nac_manager to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2011-3305?
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