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CVE-2017-6768

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CVE-2017-6768 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in the build procedure for certain executable system files installed at boot time on Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) devices could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain root-level privileges. The vulnerability is due to a custom executable system file that was built to use relative search paths for libraries without properly validating the library to be loaded. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the build procedure for certain executable system files installed at boot time on Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) devices could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain root-level privileges. The vulnerability is due to a custom executable system file that was built to use relative search paths for libraries without properly validating the library to be loaded. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating to the device and loading a malicious library that can escalate the privilege level. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to gain root-level privileges and take full control of the device. The attacker must have valid user credentials to log in to the device. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvc96087. Known Affected Releases: 1.1(0.920a), 1.1(1j), 1.1(3f); 1.2 Base, 1.2(2), 1.2(3), 1.2.2; 1.3(1), 1.3(2), 1.3(2f); 2.0 Base, 2.0(1).

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.42%

33.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.1\(0.920a\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.1\(1j\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.1\(3f\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.2\(2\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.2\(3\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.2.2
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.2_base
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.3\(1\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.3\(2\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller1.3\(2f\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller2.0\(1\)
CiscoApplication Policy Infrastructure Controller2.0_base

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Timeline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6768?
A vulnerability in the build procedure for certain executable system files installed at boot time on Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC) devices could allow an authenticated, local attacker to gain root-level privileges. The vulnerability is due to a custom executable system file that was built to use relative search paths for libraries without properly validating the library to be loaded. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating to the device and loading a malicious library that can escalate the privilege level. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to gain root-level privileges and take full control of the device. The attacker must have valid user credentials to log in to the device. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvc96087. Known Affected Releases: 1.1(0.920a), 1.1(1j), 1.1(3f); 1.2 Base, 1.2(2), 1.2(3), 1.2.2; 1.3(1), 1.3(2), 1.3(2f); 2.0 Base, 2.0(1).
How severe is CVE-2017-6768?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6768 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6768?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST