CVE-2018-0268

Name: CVE-2018-0268
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-05-17T03:29:00.263+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.40%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-0268 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in the container management subsystem of Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass authentication and gain elevated privileges. This vulnerability is due to an insecure default configuration of the Kubernetes container management subsystem within DNA Center. EPSS estimates a 5.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the container management subsystem of Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA) Center could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to bypass authentication and gain elevated privileges. This vulnerability is due to an insecure default configuration of the Kubernetes container management subsystem within DNA Center. An attacker who has the ability to access the Kubernetes service port could execute commands with elevated privileges within provisioned containers. A successful exploit could result in a complete compromise of affected containers. This vulnerability affects Cisco DNA Center Software Releases 1.1.3 and prior. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvi47253.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.40%

91.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Digital Network Architecture Center	<= 1.1.3

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104192Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180516-dnaVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104192Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180516-dnaVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 17, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-0268?

How severe is CVE-2018-0268?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-0268 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-0268?

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