CVE-2015-4198: XSS
First published: Sat Jun 20 2015(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the web framework on Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) devices with software 8.5.0-497 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via an unspecified HTTP header, aka Bug ID CSCuu24409.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Web Security Appliance | =8.5.0-497 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4198?
CVE-2015-4198 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4198?
To remediate CVE-2015-4198, upgrade your Cisco Web Security Appliance to the latest software version provided by Cisco.
What causes CVE-2015-4198?
CVE-2015-4198 is caused by improper validation of HTTP headers, which allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2015-4198?
Exploiting CVE-2015-4198 can enable attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML into affected web applications.
Which versions of Cisco Web Security Appliance are affected by CVE-2015-4198?
CVE-2015-4198 affects Cisco Web Security Appliance version 8.5.0-497.
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