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-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA256 =========================================================================== AUSCERT External Security Bulletin Redistribution ESB-2022.5773 Cisco Secure Firewall 3100 Series Secure Boot Bypass Vulnerability 10 November 2022 =========================================================================== AusCERT Security Bulletin Summary --------------------------------- Product: Cisco Secure Firewall 3100 Series Publisher: Cisco Systems Operating System: Cisco Resolution: Patch/Upgrade CVE Names: CVE-2022-20826 Original Bulletin: https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-fw3100-secure-boot-5M8mUh26 Comment: CVSS (Max): None available when published - --------------------------BEGIN INCLUDED TEXT-------------------- Cisco Secure Firewall 3100 Series Secure Boot Bypass Vulnerability Priority: High Advisory ID: cisco-sa-fw3100-secure-boot-5M8mUh26 First Published: 2022 November 9 16:00 GMT Version 1.0: Final Workarounds: No workarounds available Cisco Bug IDs: CSCwb08411 CVE Names: CVE-2022-20826 CWEs: CWE-501 Summary o A vulnerability in the secure boot implementation of Cisco Secure Firewalls 3100 Series that are running Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) Software or Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Software could allow an unauthenticated attacker with physical access to the device to bypass the secure boot functionality. This vulnerability is due to a logic error in the boot process. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious code into a specific memory location during the boot process of an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute persistent code at boot time and break the chain of trust. Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability. This advisory is available at the following link: https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-fw3100-secure-boot-5M8mUh26 This advisory is part of the November 2022 release of the Cisco ASA, FTD, and FMC Security Advisory Bundled publication. For a complete list of the advisories and links to them, see Cisco Event Response: November 2022 Semiannual Cisco ASA, FMC, and FTD Software Security Advisory Bundled Publication . Affected Products o Vulnerable Products This vulnerability affects Cisco Secure Firewalls 3100 Series if they were running a release of Cisco ASA Software or Cisco FTD Software that includes a vulnerable firmware bundle version: In Cisco ASA Software Release 9.17 and Cisco FTD Software Release 7.1, firmware bundle versions earlier than 1.0.22 are vulnerable. In Cisco ASA Software Release 9.18 and Cisco FTD Software Release 7.2, firmware bundle versions earlier than 1.2.17 are vulnerable. For information about which Cisco software releases are vulnerable, see the Fixed Software section of this advisory. Determine the Firmware Bundle Version To determine which firmware bundle is running on a device, use the show version detail CLI command at the Cisco FXOS CLI and look for the line starting with Firmware-Vers . For information on how to log in to the Cisco FXOS CLI, see the Cisco FXOS Troubleshooting Guide for the Firepower 1000/ 2100 and Secure Firewall 3100 with Firepower Threat Defense . The following example shows the output of the show version detail command on a device that is running firmware bundle release 1.2.15: firepower# show version detail Version: 7.2.0-82 Startup-Vers: 7.2.0-82 MANAGER: Boot Loader: Firmware-Vers: 1.2.15 Rommon-Vers: 1.1.08 Fpga-Vers: 0.19.00 Fpga-Golden-Vers: 0.17.00 NpuFpga-Vers: 1024.37.00 TamFpga-Vers: 2.6.c Power-Sequencer-Vers: 1.6 Firmware-Status: OK Products Confirmed Not Vulnerable Only products listed in the Vulnerable Products section of this advisory are known to be affected by this vulnerability. Cisco has confirmed that this vulnerability does not affect Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) Software. Workarounds o There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability. Fixed Software o Cisco has released free software updates that address the vulnerability described in this advisory. Customers with service contracts that entitle them to regular software updates should obtain security fixes through their usual update channels. Customers may only install and expect support for software versions and feature sets for which they have purchased a license. By installing, downloading, accessing, or otherwise using such software upgrades, customers agree to follow the terms of the Cisco software license: https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/end-user-license-agreement.html Additionally, customers may only download software for which they have a valid license, procured from Cisco directly, or through a Cisco authorized reseller or partner. In most cases this will be a maintenance upgrade to software that was previously purchased. Free security software updates do not entitle customers to a new software license, additional software feature sets, or major revision upgrades. The Cisco Support and Downloads page on Cisco.com provides information about licensing and downloads. This page can also display customer device support coverage for customers who use the My Devices tool. When considering software upgrades , customers are advised to regularly consult the advisories for Cisco products, which are available from the Cisco Security Advisories page , to determine exposure and a complete upgrade solution. In all cases, customers should ensure that the devices to be upgraded contain sufficient memory and confirm that current hardware and software configurations will continue to be supported properly by the new release. If the information is not clear, customers are advised to contact the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) or their contracted maintenance providers. Customers Without Service Contracts Customers who purchase directly from Cisco but do not hold a Cisco service contract and customers who make purchases through third-party vendors but are unsuccessful in obtaining fixed software through their point of sale should obtain upgrades by contacting the Cisco TAC: https://www.cisco.com/c /en/us/support/web/tsd-cisco-worldwide-contacts.html Customers should have the product serial number available and be prepared to provide the URL of this advisory as evidence of entitlement to a free upgrade. Fixed Releases In the following table(s), the left column lists Cisco software releases. The center column lists the firmware bundle version that includes the fix for the vulnerability that is described in this advisory. The right column lists the first software release that includes the fixed firmware bundle. Customers are advised to upgrade to an appropriate fixed software release as indicated in this section. Cisco ASA First Fixed Firmware First Fixed Release That Includes Software Release Bundle Version the Fixed Firmware Bundle 9.17 1.0.22 9.17.1.15 9.18 1.2.17 9.18.2 Cisco FTD First Fixed Firmware First Fixed Release That Includes Software Release Bundle Version the Fixed Firmware Bundle 7.1 1.0.22 7.1.0.2 7.2 1.2.17 7.2.1 Note : When Cisco ASA Software or FTD Software is upgraded on a device, the firmware bundle version is also upgraded automatically. If the Cisco ASA Software or FTD Software is later downgraded, the firmware bundle version is not downgraded. Once the firmware bundle is upgraded to a fixed version, it will remain fixed, even if the Cisco ASA Software or FTD Software is downgraded. For instructions on upgrading your FTD device, see Cisco Firepower Management Center Upgrade Guide . Additional Resources For help determining the best Cisco ASA, FTD, or FMC Software release, see the following Recommended Releases documents. If a security advisory recommends a later release, Cisco recommends following the advisory guidance. Cisco ASA Compatibility Cisco Secure Firewall ASA Upgrade Guide Cisco Secure Firewall Threat Defense Compatibility Guide The Cisco Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) validates only the affected and fixed release information that is documented in this advisory. Exploitation and Public Announcements o The Cisco PSIRT is not aware of any public announcements or malicious use of the vulnerability that is described in this advisory. Source o This vulnerability was found during internal security testing. Cisco Security Vulnerability Policy o 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. Related to This Advisory o Cisco Event Response: November 2022 Semiannual Cisco ASA, FMC, and FTD Software Security Advisory Bundled Publication URL o https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-fw3100-secure-boot-5M8mUh26 Revision History o +----------+---------------------------+----------+--------+--------------+ | Version | Description | Section | Status | Date | +----------+---------------------------+----------+--------+--------------+ | 1.0 | Initial public release. | - | Final | 2022-NOV-09 | +----------+---------------------------+----------+--------+--------------+ - --------------------------END INCLUDED TEXT-------------------- You have received this e-mail bulletin as a result of your organisation's registration with AusCERT. The mailing list you are subscribed to is maintained within your organisation, so if you do not wish to continue receiving these bulletins you should contact your local IT manager. 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