CVE-2018-0366: XSS
First published: Mon Jul 16 2018(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web-based management interface of an affected device. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input by the web-based management interface of an affected device. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user of the interface to click a crafted link. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the interface or allow the attacker to access sensitive browser-based information. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvf03514.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Web Security Appliance | =10.1.2-003 | |
| Cisco Web Security Appliance | =10.5.1-276 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-0366?
CVE-2018-0366 is a vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) that could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0366?
CVE-2018-0366 has a severity level of medium with a CVSS score of 6.1.
What is the affected software for CVE-2018-0366?
The affected software for CVE-2018-0366 is Cisco Web Security Appliance version 10.1.2-003 and 10.5.1-276.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-0366?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-0366 by conducting a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web-based management interface of an affected Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) device.
How can I fix CVE-2018-0366?
To fix CVE-2018-0366, it is recommended to upgrade Cisco Web Security Appliance to a fixed software release.
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