CVE-2018-15436: Cisco Webex Centers Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Webex Events Center, Cisco Webex Meeting Center, Cisco Webex Support Center, and Cisco Webex Training Center could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web-based management interface of the affected service. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input by the web-based management interface of the affected service. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user of the interface to click a malicious link. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the affected interface or access sensitive, browser-based information.
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What is CVE-2018-15436?
CVE-2018-15436 is a vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Webex Events Center, Cisco Webex Meeting Center, Cisco Webex Support Center, and Cisco Webex Training Center that could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web-based application.
How severe is CVE-2018-15436?
CVE-2018-15436 has a severity rating of 6.1 out of 10, which is considered medium.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-15436?
CVE-2018-15436 affects Cisco Webex Business Suite versions 31.29.2 and later, Cisco Webex Meetings Online version t33.4.0, and Cisco Webex Business Suite versions 32.17.2 and 33.4.3.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2018-15436?
The CWE for CVE-2018-15436 is 79, which is for Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting').
How can I mitigate CVE-2018-15436?
To mitigate CVE-2018-15436, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches provided by Cisco to the affected software versions.