CVE-2015-6406: Path Traversal
First published: Sun Dec 13 2015(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in the Tools menu in Cisco Emergency Responder 10.5(1.10000.5) allows remote authenticated users to write to arbitrary files via a crafted filename, aka Bug ID CSCuv21781.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Emergency Responder | =10.5\(1.10000.5\) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6406?
CVE-2015-6406 has been classified with a medium severity level due to its potential impact on system integrity.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6406?
To fix CVE-2015-6406, update your Cisco Emergency Responder to a version that contains the patch for this vulnerability.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-6406?
CVE-2015-6406 can be exploited through crafted filenames that allow remote authenticated users to write to arbitrary files.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-6406?
CVE-2015-6406 affects users of Cisco Emergency Responder version 10.5(1.10000.5).
Can CVE-2015-6406 lead to complete system compromise?
While CVE-2015-6406 allows arbitrary file writing, its potential for complete system compromise depends on the file operations performed by the attacker.
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/severity
- agent/references
- agent/author
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/weakness
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/tags
- agent/event
- agent/source
- vendor/cisco
- canonical/cisco emergency responder
- version/cisco emergency responder/10.5\(1.10000.5\)