CVE-2018-0298: Input Validation
A vulnerability in the web UI of Cisco FXOS and Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a buffer overflow on an affected system. The vulnerability is due to incorrect input validation in the web UI. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a malicious HTTP or HTTPS packet directed to the physical management interface of an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause the process to crash and possibly reload the device, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition on the affected system. This vulnerability affects Firepower 4100 Series Next-Generation Firewall, Firepower 9300 Security Appliance, UCS 6200 Series Fabric Interconnects, UCS 6300 Series Fabric Interconnects. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvb61398, CSCvb86799.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-0298.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0298?
The severity of CVE-2018-0298 is high (7.5).
How does CVE-2018-0298 affect Cisco FXOS and Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect Software?
CVE-2018-0298 could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to cause a buffer overflow on an affected system.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-0298?
An attacker could exploit CVE-2018-0298 by leveraging incorrect input validation in the web UI.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-0298?
More information about CVE-2018-0298 can be found at the following link: [https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180620-fxos-dos](https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180620-fxos-dos)