CVE-2017-3872: XSS

Published Mar 17, 2017
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Updated

A cross-site scripting (XSS) filter bypass vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Unified Communications Manager could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct XSS attacks against a user of an affected device. More Information: CSCvc21620. Known Affected Releases: 10.5(2.14076.1). Known Fixed Releases: 12.0(0.98000.641) 12.0(0.98000.500) 12.0(0.98000.219).

Affected Software

4 affected components
Cisco Unified Communications Manager=10.5\(2.10000.5\)
Cisco Unified Communications Manager=10.5\(2.14076.1\)
Cisco Unified Communications Manager=11.0\(1.10000.10\)
Cisco Unified Communications Manager=11.5\(1.10000.6\)

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Cisco Unified Communications Manager to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 12.0(0.98000.641)Patch CSCvc21620
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade Cisco Unified Communications Manager to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 12.0(0.98000.500)Patch CSCvc21620
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade Cisco Unified Communications Manager to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 12.0(0.98000.219)Patch CSCvc21620

Event History

Mar 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-3872?

The severity of CVE-2017-3872 is classified as high due to the potential for unauthenticated remote attackers to perform XSS attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-3872?

To fix CVE-2017-3872, you should upgrade Cisco Unified Communications Manager to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Cisco Unified Communications Manager are affected by CVE-2017-3872?

CVE-2017-3872 affects Cisco Unified Communications Manager versions 10.5(2.10000.5), 10.5(2.14076.1), 11.0(1.10000.10), and 11.5(1.10000.6).

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-3872?

CVE-2017-3872 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) filter bypass vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2017-3872 be exploited without authentication?

Yes, CVE-2017-3872 can be exploited by unauthenticated remote attackers.

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