Auth bypass in Cisco 4321\/k9 Integrated Services Router

CVE-2019-12671

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain shell access on an affected device and execute commands on the underlying operating system (OS). The vulnerability is due to insufficient enforcement of the consent token in authorizing shell access. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating to the CLI and requesting shell access on an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to gain shell access on the affected device and execute commands on the underlying OS.

EPSS: 0.004 (27.8th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-12671?
CVE-2019-12671 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco 4321\/k9 Integrated Services Router, classified under Improper Authorization. CVSS score: 7.8/10. Published 2019-09-25.
How severe is CVE-2019-12671?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.8 out of 10.