Cisco Security Advisory
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Multiple vulnerabilities exist in the Cisco Digital Media Manager (DMM). This security advisory outlines details of the following vulnerabilities:
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Default credentials
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Privilege escalation vulnerability
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Information leakage vulnerability
These vulnerabilities are independent of each other.
There are no workarounds that can mitigate any of these vulnerabilities.
This advisory is posted at https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20100303-dmm.
Note: This advisory is being released simultaneously with a vulnerability disclosure advisory that impacts the Cisco Digital Media Player. This advisory is posted at https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20100303-dmp.
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Default credentials
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Vulnerable Products
The following is a list of the products affected by each vulnerability as described in detail within this advisory.
Default Credentials
Cisco DMM versions 5.0.x and 5.1.x are affected by this vulnerability. Cisco DMM versions 4.x are not vulnerable.
Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Cisco DMM versions 5.0.x and 5.1.x are affected by this vulnerability. Cisco DMM versions 4.x are not vulnerable.
Information Leakage Vulnerability
All Cisco DMM releases earlier than 5.2 are affected by this vulnerability.
Products Confirmed Not Vulnerable
No other Cisco products are currently known to be affected by these vulnerabilities.
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The Cisco DMM is used to manage, schedule, and publish digital media for Cisco Digital Signs, Cisco Cast and Cisco Show and Share. This security advisory describes multiple distinct vulnerabilities in the Cisco DMM. These vulnerabilities are independent of each other.
Default Credentials
Cisco DMM versions earlier than 5.2 have default credentials that could allow an attacker full control of the installed web applications, including settings, status, and deployment.
This vulnerability is documented in Cisco Bug ID CSCta03378 ( registered customers only) and has been assigned Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) identifier CVE-2010-0570.
Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
A vulnerability exists in Cisco DMM versions 5.0.x and 5.1.x that could allow authenticated, but unauthorized users to change the configuration and obtain full access of the device.
This vulnerability is documented in Cisco Bug ID CSCtc46008 ( registered customers only) and has been assigned Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) identifier CVE-2010-0571.
Information Leakage Vulnerability
The Cisco DMM can be used to manage the Cisco Digital Media Player. The Cisco Digital Media Player is an IP-based endpoint that can play high-definition live and on-demand video, motion graphics, web pages, and dynamic content on digital displays.
A vulnerability exists in all Cisco DMM versions earlier than 5.2 that could allow authenticated but unauthorized users to view Cisco Digital Media Player user credentials and LDAP credentials (if configured) in error log messages and stack traces.
This vulnerability is documented in Cisco Bug IDs CSCtc46050 ( registered customers only) CSCtc53098 ( registered customers only) , CSCtc53024 ( registered customers only) .
This vulnerability has been assigned the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) identifier CVE-2010-0572.
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There are no workarounds that can mitigate any of these vulnerabilities.
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When considering software upgrades, also consult http://www.cisco.com/go/psirt and any subsequent advisories to determine exposure and a complete upgrade solution.
In all cases, customers should exercise caution to be certain the devices to be upgraded contain sufficient memory and that current hardware and software configurations will continue to be supported properly by the new release. If the information is not clear, contact the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) or your contracted maintenance provider for assistance.
All of the vulnerabilities described in this security advisory have been fixed in Cisco DMM version 5.2.
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The Cisco PSIRT is not aware of any public announcements or malicious use of the vulnerability described in this advisory.
The privilege escalation and information leakage vulnerabilities were reported to Cisco by the National Australia Bank's Security Assurance team. Cisco PSIRT appreciates the opportunity to work with researchers on security vulnerabilities and welcomes the opportunity to review and assist in product reports.
The default credentials vulnerability was found during internal testing.
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To learn about Cisco security vulnerability disclosure policies and publications, see the Security Vulnerability Policy. This document also contains instructions for obtaining fixed software and receiving security vulnerability information from Cisco.
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