CVE-2024-20419

CVE-2024-20419 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Cisco Smart Software Manager On-prem with a CVSS 3.x base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 81% places it in the 100th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-620.

Key facts

Description

A vulnerability in the authentication system of Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem (SSM On-Prem) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to change the password of any user, including administrative users. This vulnerability is due to improper implementation of the password-change process. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted HTTP requests to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow an attacker to access the web UI or API with the privileges of the compromised user.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-20419?
A vulnerability in the authentication system of Cisco Smart Software Manager On-Prem (SSM On-Prem) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to change the password of any user, including administrative users. This vulnerability is due to improper implementation of the password-change process. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted HTTP requests to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow an attacker to access the web UI or API with the privileges of the compromised user.
How severe is CVE-2024-20419?
CVE-2024-20419 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 10.0, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2024-20419 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 81% (100th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-20419?
CVE-2024-20419 affects Cisco Smart Software Manager On-prem. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20419?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2024-20419 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2024-20419 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-18134.
When was CVE-2024-20419 published?
CVE-2024-20419 was published on 2024-07-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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