CVE-2021-1245: Cisco Finesse OpenSocial Gadget Editor Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability
Cisco Finesse and Cisco Unified CVP OpenSocial Gadget Editor Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Finesse and Cisco Unified CVP could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the interface. The vulnerability exists because the web-based management interface does not properly validate user-supplied input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user of the interface to click a crafted link. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the interface or access sensitive, browser-based information. Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.
Other sources
Multiple vulnerabilities in the web-based management interface of Cisco Finesse could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack and obtain potentially confidential information by leveraging a flaw in the authentication mechanism. For more information about these vulnerabilities, see the Details section of this advisory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-1245?
CVE-2021-1245 is a vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Finesse that allows an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack and obtain potentially confidential information.
How severe is CVE-2021-1245?
CVE-2021-1245 has a severity rating of 6.1 (medium).
What software is affected by CVE-2021-1245?
Cisco Finesse versions up to and including 12.0(1) are affected by CVE-2021-1245.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-1245?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-1245 by leveraging a flaw in the authentication mechanism of Cisco Finesse to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.
Is there a fix for CVE-2021-1245?
Yes, upgrading Cisco Finesse to a version higher than 12.0(1) is recommended to mitigate the vulnerability.