CVE-2018-0097: Input Validation
A vulnerability in the web interface of Cisco Prime Infrastructure could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to redirect a user to a malicious web page, aka an Open Redirect. The vulnerability is due to improper input validation of the parameters in the HTTP request. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by crafting an HTTP request that could cause the web application to redirect the request to a specific malicious URL. This vulnerability is known as an open redirect attack and is used in phishing attacks to get users to visit malicious sites without their knowledge. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve37646.
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What is CVE-2018-0097?
CVE-2018-0097 is a vulnerability in the web interface of Cisco Prime Infrastructure that could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to redirect a user to a malicious web page.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0097?
CVE-2018-0097 has a severity level of medium.
How does CVE-2018-0097 work?
CVE-2018-0097 is due to improper input validation of the parameters in the HTTP request, allowing an attacker to redirect a user to a malicious web page.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-0097?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-0097 by tricking a user into clicking on a specially crafted link that redirects them to a malicious website.
Is there a fix for CVE-2018-0097?
Yes, Cisco has released a security advisory with patches and mitigations to address CVE-2018-0097. Please refer to the Cisco Security Advisory for more information.