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CVE-2017-6785: Input Validation

First published: Wed Aug 16 2017(Updated: )

A vulnerability in configuration modification permissions validation for Cisco Unified Communications Manager could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to perform a horizontal privilege escalation where one user can modify another user's configuration. The vulnerability is due to lack of proper Role Based Access Control (RBAC) when certain user configuration changes are requested. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending an authenticated, crafted HTTP request to the targeted application. An exploit could allow the attacker to impact the integrity of the application where one user can modify the configuration of another user's information. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve27331. Known Affected Releases: 10.5(2.10000.5), 11.0(1.10000.10), 11.5(1.10000.6).

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Unified Communications Manager=10.5\(2.10000.5\)
Cisco Unified Communications Manager=11.0\(1.10000.10\)
Cisco Unified Communications Manager=11.5\(1.10000.6\)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-6785?

    CVE-2017-6785 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized configuration modifications by authenticated users.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-6785?

    To fix CVE-2017-6785, update your Cisco Unified Communications Manager to the appropriate patched version provided by Cisco.

  • What versions of Cisco Unified Communications Manager are affected by CVE-2017-6785?

    CVE-2017-6785 affects Cisco Unified Communications Manager versions 10.5(2.10000.5), 11.0(1.10000.10), and 11.5(1.10000.6).

  • Who can exploit CVE-2017-6785?

    CVE-2017-6785 can be exploited by any authenticated, remote user of the affected system.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2017-6785 enable?

    CVE-2017-6785 enables horizontal privilege escalation, allowing one user to modify another user's configurations.

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