CVE Catalog

CVE-2000-0945

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The web configuration interface for Catalyst 3500 XL switches allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands without authentication when the enable password is not set, via a URL containing the /exec/ directory.

Risk Assessment

The lack of security in the configuration interface may lead to unauthorized access and potential takeover of the device, posing a serious threat to network security.

Recommendation

It is recommended to set the enable password and restrict access to the configuration interface only to trusted IP addresses.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The web configuration interface for Catalyst 3500 XL switches allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands without authentication when the enable password is not set, via a URL containing the /exec/ directory.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS