Improper input validation in Cisco Nx-Os Software 6.0(2)a4(1)

CVE-2019-1968

A vulnerability in the NX-API feature of Cisco NX-OS Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause an NX-API system process to unexpectedly restart. The vulnerability is due to incorrect validation of the HTTP header of a request that is sent to the NX-API. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted HTTP request to the NX-API on an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause a denial of service (DoS) condition in the NX-API service; however, the NX-OS device itself would still be available and passing network traffic. Note: The NX-API feature is disabled by default.

Vulnerability class: Drupalgeddon 2 (CVE-2018-7600)

EPSS: 0.018 (76.6th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 7.5 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

References

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-1968?
CVE-2019-1968 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Nx-Os Software 6.0(2)a4(1), classified under Improper Input Validation. CVSS score: 7.5/10. Published 2019-08-30.
How severe is CVE-2019-1968?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 7.5 out of 10.