CVE-2017-6776: XSS

Published Aug 17, 2017
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Updated

A vulnerability in the web framework of Cisco Elastic Services Controller (ESC) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web interface. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input by the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing a user to access a malicious link or by intercepting a user request and injecting malicious code into the request. 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: CSCvd76324. Known Affected Releases: 2.2(9.76) and 2.3(1).

Affected Software

2 affected components
Cisco Elastic Services Controller=2.2\(9.76\)
Cisco Elastic Services Controller=2.3\(1\)

Event History

Aug 17, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6776?

CVE-2017-6776 has a medium severity rating, making it a significant concern for users of affected Cisco Elastic Services Controller versions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6776?

To fix CVE-2017-6776, update to the latest versions of Cisco Elastic Services Controller, specifically versions 2.2(9.76) or 2.3(1) or later, which contain the necessary patches.

3

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2017-6776?

CVE-2017-6776 allows for cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks against users of the Cisco Elastic Services Controller web interface.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2017-6776?

Users running the Cisco Elastic Services Controller versions 2.2(9.76) and 2.3(1) are affected by CVE-2017-6776.

5

What causes CVE-2017-6776?

CVE-2017-6776 is caused by insufficient validation of user-supplied input within the web framework of the Cisco Elastic Services Controller.

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