CVE-2018-0416: Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Oct 17, 2018

Updated

A vulnerability in the web-based interface of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to view system information that under normal circumstances should be prohibited. The vulnerability is due to incomplete input and validation checking mechanisms in the web-based interface URL request. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by requesting specific URLs via the web-based interface. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to view sensitive system information.

Affected Software

2 affected components

Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software=8.5\(130.0\)

Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software=8.9\(1.52\)

Event History

Oct 17, 2018

CVE Published

via MITRE·07:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·07:00 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-0416?

CVE-2018-0416 is a vulnerability in the web-based interface of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software that allows an unauthenticated attacker to view system information.

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0416?

The severity of CVE-2018-0416 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.3.

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-0416?

An unauthenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2018-0416 by accessing the web-based interface of the affected software.

Which versions of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software are affected by CVE-2018-0416?

Versions 8.5(130.0) and 8.9(1.52) of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software are affected by CVE-2018-0416.

Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-0416?

Yes, Cisco has released a security advisory with fixes for CVE-2018-0416.