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CVE-2015-0768

6.5 · MEDIUM

The Device Work Center (DWC) component in Cisco Prime Network Control System (NCS) 2.1(0.0.85), 2.2(0.0.58), and 2.2(0.0.69) does not properly implement AAA roles, which allows remote authenticated…

Published Jun 12, 2015ciscoCWE-264EPSS 2.07%

Overview

CVE-2015-0768 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting cisco prime_network_control_system. It was published on June 12, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The Device Work Center (DWC) component in Cisco Prime Network Control System (NCS) 2.1(0.0.85), 2.2(0.0.58), and 2.2(0.0.69) does not properly implement AAA roles, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and execute commands via a login session, aka Bug ID CSCur27371.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update prime_network_control_system 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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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-0768?

CVE-2015-0768 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting cisco prime_network_control_system. It was published on June 12, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2015-0768?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2015-0768?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update prime_network_control_system 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-2015-0768?

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