CVE-2016-9196
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CVE-2016-9196 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in login authentication management in Cisco Aironet 1800, 2800, and 3800 Series Access Point platforms could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain unrestricted root access to the underlying Linux operating system. The root Linux shell is provided for advanced troubleshooting and should not be available to individual users, even those with root privileges. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability in login authentication management in Cisco Aironet 1800, 2800, and 3800 Series Access Point platforms could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain unrestricted root access to the underlying Linux operating system. The root Linux shell is provided for advanced troubleshooting and should not be available to individual users, even those with root privileges. The attacker must have the root password to exploit this vulnerability. More Information: CSCvb13893. Known Affected Releases: 8.2(121.0) 8.3(102.0). Known Fixed Releases: 8.4(1.53) 8.4(1.52) 8.3(111.0) 8.3(104.23) 8.2(130.0) 8.2(124.1).
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Aironet Access Point | 8.1\(15.14\) |
| Cisco | Aironet Access Point | 8.1\(112.3\) |
| Cisco | Aironet Access Point | 8.1\(112.4\) |
| Cisco | Aironet Access Point | 8.1\(131.0\) |
| Cisco | Aironet Access Point | 8.2\(100.0\) |
| Cisco | Aironet Access Point | 8.2\(102.43\) |
| Cisco | Aironet Access Point | 8.2_base |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97468Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/97468Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
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- Status
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