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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2020-26551
CVE-2020-26551:
Aviatrix Controller vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
An issue was discovered in Aviatrix Controller before R5.3.1151 where encrypted key values are stored in a readable file. This vulnerability was assigned CVE-2020-26551 and was disclosed on November 17, 2020 (NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability relates to improper storage of sensitive information, specifically encrypted key values, in a readable file. This is classified under CWE-312 (Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information). The vulnerability has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5 HIGH with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N, indicating network accessibility, low attack complexity, no privileges required, and no user interaction needed (NVD).
Impact
The vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information as encrypted key values are stored in a readable file. The CVSS score indicates high impact on confidentiality but no impact on integrity or availability of the system (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
The vulnerability was fixed in Aviatrix Controller version R5.3.1151. Users should upgrade to this version or later to address the security issue (NVD).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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