What is CVE-2018-0420?

CVE-2018-0420 is a vulnerability in the web-based interface of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software that could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to view sensitive information.

How does CVE-2018-0420 affect Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software?

CVE-2018-0420 affects Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software version 8.2(151.0).

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0420?

The severity of CVE-2018-0420 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-0420?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-0420 by sending specially crafted HTTP request parameters that describe filenames and pathnames.

How can I fix CVE-2018-0420?

To fix CVE-2018-0420, Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software users should apply the necessary updates provided by Cisco.

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CVE-2018-0420

medium

6.5

CWE

17/10/2018

16/9/2024

CVE-2018-0420: Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software Directory Traversal Vulnerability

First published: Wed Oct 17 2018(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the web-based interface of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to view sensitive information. The issue is due to improper sanitization of user-supplied input in HTTP request parameters that describe filenames and pathnames. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by using directory traversal techniques to submit a path to a desired file location. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to view system files on the targeted device, which may contain sensitive information.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software	=8.2\(151.0\)

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What is CVE-2018-0420?
CVE-2018-0420 is a vulnerability in the web-based interface of Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software that could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to view sensitive information.
How does CVE-2018-0420 affect Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software?
CVE-2018-0420 affects Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software version 8.2(151.0).
What is the severity of CVE-2018-0420?
The severity of CVE-2018-0420 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-0420?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-0420 by sending specially crafted HTTP request parameters that describe filenames and pathnames.
How can I fix CVE-2018-0420?
To fix CVE-2018-0420, Cisco Wireless LAN Controller Software users should apply the necessary updates provided by Cisco.

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