CVE-2018-0396: XSS
First published: Wed Jul 18 2018(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the web framework of the Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against the user of the web interface of an affected system. The vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation of certain parameters passed to the web server. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing the user to access a malicious link or by intercepting the user request and injecting certain malicious code. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the affected site or allow the attacker to access sensitive browser-based information. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve25985.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service | =11.5 | |
| Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service | =12.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-0396?
CVE-2018-0396 is a vulnerability in the web framework of the Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service software that could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.
How severe is CVE-2018-0396?
CVE-2018-0396 has a severity rating of 6.1, which is considered medium.
Which versions of Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service are affected by CVE-2018-0396?
CVE-2018-0396 affects version 11.5 and 12.0 of Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) associated with CVE-2018-0396?
The CWE associated with CVE-2018-0396 are CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') and CWE-20: Improper Input Validation.
How can I fix CVE-2018-0396?
To fix CVE-2018-0396, Cisco has released software updates to address this vulnerability. It is recommended to update to the latest version of Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service.
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