CVE-2018-15441: Cisco Prime License Manager SQL Injection Vulnerability
A vulnerability in the web framework code of Cisco Prime License Manager (PLM) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary SQL queries. The vulnerability is due to a lack of proper validation of user-supplied input in SQL queries. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted HTTP POST requests that contain malicious SQL statements to an affected application. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to modify and delete arbitrary data in the PLM database or gain shell access with the privileges of the postgres user.
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What is CVE-2018-15441?
CVE-2018-15441 is a vulnerability in Cisco Prime License Manager that allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary SQL queries.
How severe is CVE-2018-15441?
CVE-2018-15441 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
What is the affected software for CVE-2018-15441?
Cisco Prime License Manager versions 11.0.1 to 11.5 (including 11.5(1)-su5) are affected by CVE-2018-15441.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-15441?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-15441 by sending specially crafted SQL queries to the vulnerable web framework code of Cisco Prime License Manager.
Is there a fix for CVE-2018-15441?
Yes, Cisco has released a security advisory that provides information on how to mitigate the vulnerability in Cisco Prime License Manager.