CVE-2020-3389
CVE-2020-3389 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Cisco Hyperflex Hx-series Software with a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-311.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 4.4)
- CVSS v2: 2.1
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (11th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-311
- Affected product: Cisco Hyperflex Hx-series Software
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
A vulnerability in the installation component of Cisco Hyperflex HX-Series Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to retrieve the password that was configured at installation on an affected device. The vulnerability exists because sensitive information is stored as clear text. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating to an affected device and navigating to the directory that contains sensitive information. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to obtain sensitive information in clear text from the affected device.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2020-3389?
- A vulnerability in the installation component of Cisco Hyperflex HX-Series Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to retrieve the password that was configured at installation on an affected device. The vulnerability exists because sensitive information is stored as clear text. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating to an affected device and navigating to the directory that contains sensitive information. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to obtain sensitive information in clear text from the affected device.
- How severe is CVE-2020-3389?
- CVE-2020-3389 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 4.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2020-3389 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (11th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2020-3389?
- CVE-2020-3389 affects Cisco Hyperflex Hx-series Software. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2020-3389?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2020-3389 published?
- CVE-2020-3389 was published on 2020-08-26 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:cisco:hyperflex_hx-series_software:4.0\(2a\):*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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