CVE-2020-26068 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in the xAPI service of Cisco Telepresence CE Software and Cisco RoomOS Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to generate an access token for an affected device. The vulnerability is due to insufficient access authorization.

Understanding CVE-2020-26068

This CVE involves an unauthorized token generation vulnerability in Cisco Telepresence CE Software and RoomOS Software.

What is CVE-2020-26068?

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to create an access token for an affected device by exploiting the xAPI service, potentially enabling unauthorized access to experimental features.

The Impact of CVE-2020-26068

The vulnerability poses a medium severity risk, with a CVSS base score of 5.5. If successfully exploited, an attacker could access features not intended for users.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-26068

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the xAPI service allows attackers to generate specific tokens, potentially granting access to experimental device features.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cisco TelePresence Endpoint Software (TC/CE)
Vendor: Cisco
Versions: Not applicable (n/a)

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: High
User Interaction: None
Scope: Changed
Confidentiality Impact: Low
Integrity Impact: Low
Availability Impact: None

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-26068, follow these mitigation strategies:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply vendor patches promptly
Monitor Cisco's security advisories for updates

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement strong access controls
Regularly review and update security policies

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Cisco
Apply patches as soon as they are released