CVE-2015-0660
HighSummary
Cisco Virtual TelePresence Server Software does not properly restrict use of the serial port, allowing local users to execute arbitrary OS commands as root by leveraging vSphere controller administrative privileges.
Risk Assessment
Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to the system and potential takeover of the server, posing a serious security threat to the organization.
Recommendation
It is recommended to restrict access to the serial port and review administrative privileges to minimize the risk of exploitation of this vulnerability.
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Original NVD description (English source)
Cisco Virtual TelePresence Server Software does not properly restrict use of the serial port, which allows local users to execute arbitrary OS commands as root by leveraging vSphere controller administrative privileges, aka Bug ID CSCus61123.