Cisco Security Advisory
Cisco Application-Hosting Framework Directory Traversal Vulnerability
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CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:X/RL:X/RC:X
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A vulnerability in the web framework code of the Cisco application-hosting framework (CAF) component of the Cisco IOx application environment could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to read any file from the CAF in the virtual instance running on the affected device.
The vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by submitting crafted requests to the CAF web interface. The impacts of a successful exploit are limited to the scope of the virtual instance and do not impact the router that is hosting Cisco IOx.
Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.
This advisory is available at the following link:
https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170322-caf1
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Vulnerable Products
This vulnerability affects the following Cisco products:
Product Series
Vulnerable Product
Cisco 800 Series Industrial Integrated Services Routers (IR800) Cisco IR809
Cisco IR829Cisco 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers (ISR4K) Cisco ISR4321
Cisco ISR4331
Cisco ISR4351
Cisco ISR4451Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers (ASR1K) Cisco ASR1001X
Cisco ASR1001HX
Cisco ASR1002X
Cisco ASR1002HX
Cisco IOx Releases 1.0.0.0 and 1.1.0.0 are vulnerable.
Administrators can use the Cisco IOx Local Manager web-based management interface to determine which Cisco IOx release is running on a device:
- Launch the Local Manager GUI.
- Log in.
- Click the Systems Info tab. The Cisco IOx release is shown in the Software Ver area.
Products Confirmed Not Vulnerable
No other Cisco products are currently known to be affected by this vulnerability.
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There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.
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Cisco has released free software updates that address the vulnerability described in this advisory. Customers may only install and expect support for software versions and feature sets for which they have purchased a license. By installing, downloading, accessing, or otherwise using such software upgrades, customers agree to follow the terms of the Cisco software license:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/general/warranty/English/EU1KEN_.htmlAdditionally, customers may only download software for which they have a valid license, procured from Cisco directly, or through a Cisco authorized reseller or partner. In most cases this will be a maintenance upgrade to software that was previously purchased. Free security software updates do not entitle customers to a new software license, additional software feature sets, or major revision upgrades.
When considering software upgrades, customers are advised to regularly consult the advisories for Cisco products, which are available from the Cisco Security Advisories and Alerts page, to determine exposure and a complete upgrade solution.
In all cases, customers should ensure that the devices to upgrade contain sufficient memory and confirm that current hardware and software configurations will continue to be supported properly by the new release. If the information is not clear, customers are advised to contact the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) or their contracted maintenance providers.
Customers Without Service Contracts
Customers who purchase directly from Cisco but do not hold a Cisco service contract and customers who make purchases through third-party vendors but are unsuccessful in obtaining fixed software through their point of sale should obtain upgrades by contacting the Cisco TAC:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/support/tsd_cisco_worldwide_contacts.htmlCustomers should have the product serial number available and be prepared to provide the URL of this advisory as evidence of entitlement to a free upgrade.
Fixed Releases
Cisco IOx Release 1.2.4.2 resolves this vulnerability.
Cisco IR800 Series Platforms
Cisco IOx Release 1.2.4.2 can be downloaded from the Software Center on Cisco.com by navigating to Products > Routers > Industrial Routers > 800 Series Industrial Integrated Services Routers > 809 Industrial Integrated Services Routers > IOx Fog Node Software-1.2.0.
This release of Cisco IOx is also included in the Cisco IOS bundle image, which can be downloaded from the Software Center on Cisco.com by navigating to Products > Routers > Industrial Routers > 800 Series Industrial Integrated Services Routers > 809 Industrial Integrated Services Routers > IOS Software-15.6.3M1b.
Cisco ISR4K and ASR1K Series Platforms
Cisco IOx Release 1.2.4.2 is included in Cisco IOS XE Everest Release 16.4.1.
ISR4K: Cisco IOS XE Everest Release 16.4.1 can be downloaded from the Software Center on Cisco.com by navigating to Products > Routers > Branch Routers > 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers > [specific product] > IOS XE Software-Everest-16.4.1(ED).
ASR1K: Cisco IOS XE Everest Release 16.4.1 can be downloaded from the Software Center on Cisco.com by navigating to Products > Routers > Service Provider Edge Routers > ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers > [specific product] > IOS XE Software-Everest-16.4.1(ED).
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The Cisco Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) is not aware of any public announcements or malicious use of the vulnerability that is described in this advisory.
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This vulnerability was found during internal testing.
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To learn about Cisco security vulnerability disclosure policies and publications, see the Security Vulnerability Policy. This document also contains instructions for obtaining fixed software and receiving security vulnerability information from Cisco.
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Show LessVersion Description Section Status Date 1.0 Initial public release. - Final 2017-March-22
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