Executive Risk Summary
"A vulnerability in the storage method of the PON Controller configuration file could allow an authenticated, local attacker with low privileges to obtain the MongoDB credentials. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, compromising the security and integrity of the system."
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Target Type Configuration File
Target Asset PON Controller configuration file
Standard Path Global Firmware
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 disruption possible during patching
Internal Work Notes
CVE-2024-20489: Cisco IOS XR PON Controller vulnerability allowing unauthorized access to MongoDB credentials. Apply patch from Cisco Security Advisory: https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-iosxr-ponctlr-ci-OHcHmsFL
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