Executive Risk Summary
"A vulnerability in the SSH implementation of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to cause an affected device to reload. This vulnerability is due to improper handling of resources during an exceptional situation."
Anticipated Attack Path
- 1. Attacker establishes an SSH connection to the affected device
- 2. Attacker sends specific SSH requests to exploit the vulnerability
- 3. Affected device reloads due to improper handling of resources
Am I Vulnerable?
- Verify Cisco IOS Software version
- Check for SSH implementation vulnerabilities
- Apply patch or workaround to prevent exploitation
Operational Audit Arsenal
Target Type Process
Target Asset ssh
Standard Path /usr/sbin/ssh
Manual Verification Required
This is a non-Windows asset (Cisco). Use the target asset details and official path provided above to verify your current version against the official vendor advisories listed below.
Patch Impact Forecast
Reboot Required Likely
Network connectivity may be interrupted during the patching process
Internal Work Notes
CVE-2022-20920: SSH Implementation Vulnerability in Cisco IOS Software - Requesting patch application and verification
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