CVE-2012-4096: cisco unified_computing_system Improper Input Validation

Vulnerability summary

CVE-2012-4096 is a medium (CVSS 6.2) Improper Input Validation vulnerability in cisco unified_computing_system. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 21.5% of scored vulnerabilities.

Timeline

1. 01-10-2013
   PublishedVulnerability first disclosed.
2. 16-09-2024
   Last modifiedVulnerability information updated.

Description

The local file editor in the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) in Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) allows local users to gain privileges and modify arbitrary fabric-interconnect files, in the context of a vi process, via unspecified commands, aka Bug ID CSCtn06574.

• CWE-20Improper Input ValidationThe product receives input or data, but it does not validate or incorrectly validates that the input has the properties that are required to process the data safely and correctly.