CVE-2018-0276: XSS
First published: Thu Apr 19 2018(Updated: )
A vulnerability in Cisco WebEx Connect IM could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of an affected system. The vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation of some parameters that are passed to the web server of the affected system. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing a user to follow a malicious link or by intercepting a user request and injecting malicious code into the request. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the affected web interface or allow the attacker to access sensitive browser-based information. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvi07812.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Webex Connect IM |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0276?
CVE-2018-0276 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user sessions.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0276?
To remediate CVE-2018-0276, apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco for the affected software version.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2018-0276?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-0276 to perform a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack, potentially gaining access to user information.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-0276?
Users of Cisco WebEx Connect IM are affected by CVE-2018-0276 due to the vulnerability in its input validation.
Is CVE-2018-0276 present in all versions of Cisco WebEx Connect IM?
CVE-2018-0276 affects specific versions of Cisco WebEx Connect IM, so users should check their current version against Cisco's advisories.
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