CVE-2018-0152: Critical severity cisco ios xe vulnerability
A vulnerability in the web-based user interface (web UI) of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to gain elevated privileges on an affected device. The vulnerability exists because the affected software does not reset the privilege level for each web UI session. An attacker who has valid credentials for an affected device could exploit this vulnerability by remotely accessing a VTY line to the device. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to access an affected device with the privileges of the user who previously logged in to the web UI. This vulnerability affects Cisco devices that are running a vulnerable release of Cisco IOS XE Software, if the HTTP Server feature is enabled and authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) authorization is not configured for EXEC sessions. The default state of the HTTP Server feature is version-dependent. This vulnerability was introduced in Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.1.1. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvf71769.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0152?
CVE-2018-0152 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for an attacker to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0152?
To fix CVE-2018-0152, update your Cisco IOS XE Software to a version that has patched this vulnerability.
What types of devices are affected by CVE-2018-0152?
CVE-2018-0152 affects devices running Cisco IOS XE Software version 16.1.1.
Can CVE-2018-0152 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
No, CVE-2018-0152 requires an authenticated remote attacker to exploit the vulnerability.
What is the cause of CVE-2018-0152?
CVE-2018-0152 occurs because the web UI of Cisco IOS XE Software does not reset the privilege level for each session.