CVE-2018-0289: XSS
First published: Thu May 17 2018(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the logs component of Cisco Identity Services Engine could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct cross-site scripting attacks. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of requests stored in logs in the application management interface. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending malicious requests to the targeted system. An exploit could allow the attacker to conduct cross-site scripting attacks when an administrator views the log files. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvh11308.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Identity Services Engine | =2.3\(0.298\) | |
| Cisco Identity Services Engine | =2.4\(0.223\) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0289?
CVE-2018-0289 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2018-0289?
To fix CVE-2018-0289, upgrade affected Cisco Identity Services Engine software to a patched version provided by Cisco.
What versions are affected by CVE-2018-0289?
CVE-2018-0289 affects Cisco Identity Services Engine versions 2.3(0.298) and 2.4(0.223).
Can CVE-2018-0289 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-0289 can be exploited by unauthenticated, remote attackers.
What type of attack can be launched using CVE-2018-0289?
CVE-2018-0289 allows attackers to conduct cross-site scripting attacks due to improper request validation.
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