CVE-2017-6715: XSS

Published Jul 4, 2017

Updated

A vulnerability in the web framework of Cisco Firepower Management Center could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web interface. Affected Products: Cisco Firepower Management Center Releases 5.4.1.x and prior. More Information: CSCuy88951. Known Affected Releases: 5.4.1.6.

Affected Software

18 affected components

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.0

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.0.2

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.1

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.1.1

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.1.2

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.1.3

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.1.4

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.1.5

Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center=5.4.1.6

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.0

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.0.2

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.1

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.1.1

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.1.2

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.1.3

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.1.4

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.1.5

Cisco FirePOWER Management Center=5.4.1.6

Event History

Jul 4, 2017

CVE Published

via MITRE·12:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·12:00 AM

DescriptionWeakness

Data Sourced

via NVD·12:29 AM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6715?

CVE-2017-6715 has a medium severity rating, highlighting its potential impact on the web interface of Cisco Firepower Management Center.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6715?

To mitigate CVE-2017-6715, upgrade to a fixed release of Cisco Firepower Management Center, specifically versions after 5.4.1.

Who is affected by CVE-2017-6715?

CVE-2017-6715 affects authenticated users of Cisco Firepower Management Center versions 5.4.1.x and prior.

What kind of attack can occur due to CVE-2017-6715?

CVE-2017-6715 allows authenticated, remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

Is CVE-2017-6715 exploitable without authentication?

No, CVE-2017-6715 requires an attacker to be authenticated to exploit the vulnerability.