How severe is CVE-2024-20491?

CVE-2024-20491 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2024-20491 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-20491?

CVE-2024-20491 primarily affects Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2024-20491?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

Does CVE-2024-20491 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2024-20491 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-18206.

When was CVE-2024-20491 published?

CVE-2024-20491 was published on 2024-10-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2024-20491

CVE-2024-20491 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3. 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-532.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.3)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (19th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2024-18206
Weakness: CWE-532
Affected product: Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller
Published: 2024-10-02
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability in a logging function of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights could allow an attacker with access to a tech support file to view sensitive information. This vulnerability exists because remote controller credentials are recorded in an internal log that is stored in the tech support file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing a tech support file that is generated from an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to view remote controller admin credentials in clear text. Note: Best practice is to store debug logs and tech support files safely and to share them only with trusted parties because they may contain sensitive information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-20491?: A vulnerability in a logging function of Cisco Nexus Dashboard Insights could allow an attacker with access to a tech support file to view sensitive information. This vulnerability exists because remote controller credentials are recorded in an internal log that is stored in the tech support file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing a tech support file that is generated from an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to view remote controller admin credentials in clear text. Note: Best practice is to store debug logs and tech support files safely and to share them only with trusted parties because they may contain sensitive information.
How severe is CVE-2024-20491?: CVE-2024-20491 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.3, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2024-20491 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2024-20491?: CVE-2024-20491 primarily affects Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2024-20491?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2024-20491 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2024-20491 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2024-18206.
When was CVE-2024-20491 published?: CVE-2024-20491 was published on 2024-10-02 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-ndhs-idv-Bk8VqEDc

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:cisco:nexus_dashboard_fabric_controller:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:nexus_dashboard_insights:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cisco:nexus_dashboard_orchestrator:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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