CVE-2017-6611: XSS

Published Apr 20, 2017
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Updated

A vulnerability in the web framework code of Cisco Prime Infrastructure 2.2(2) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against the user of the web interface of the affected system. The vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation of some parameters passed to the web server. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing the user to access a malicious link or by intercepting the user request and injecting the malicious code. An exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the affected site or allow the attacker to access sensitive browser-based information. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCuw65830.

Affected Software

1 affected component
cisco Prime Infrastructure=2.2\(2\)

Event History

Apr 20, 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-2017-6611?

CVE-2017-6611 has been rated as a moderate severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6611?

To mitigate CVE-2017-6611, update Cisco Prime Infrastructure to version 2.2(3) or later.

3

What type of attack can be performed using CVE-2017-6611?

CVE-2017-6611 can be exploited to perform a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2017-6611?

CVE-2017-6611 affects users of Cisco Prime Infrastructure version 2.2(2).

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2017-6611?

No, CVE-2017-6611 can be exploited by an unauthenticated remote attacker.

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