CVE-2016-9202: XSS

Published Dec 14, 2016
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Updated

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Email Security Appliance (ESA) Switches could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the affected interface on an affected device. More Information: CSCvb37346. Known Affected Releases: 9.1.1-036 9.7.1-066.

Affected Software

16 affected components
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.1.1-036
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.1.2-023
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.1.2-028
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.1.2-036
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.4.0
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.4.4-000
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.5.0-000
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.5.0-201
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.6.0-000
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.6.0-042
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.6.0-051
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.7.0-125
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.7.1-066
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.7.2-046
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.7.2-047
Cisco Email Security Appliance=9.7.2-054

Event History

Dec 14, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:37 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:37 AM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9202?

CVE-2016-9202 has been assigned a medium severity rating.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-9202?

To fix CVE-2016-9202, upgrade to the latest version of Cisco Email Security Appliance firmware that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Can CVE-2016-9202 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-9202 can be exploited by an unauthenticated remote attacker.

4

What type of attack can CVE-2016-9202 facilitate?

CVE-2016-9202 can facilitate a persistent cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.

5

Which versions of Cisco Email Security Appliance are affected by CVE-2016-9202?

CVE-2016-9202 affects multiple versions, including 9.1.1-036, 9.1.2-023, and 9.4.0, among others.

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