CVE-2022-20646: Cisco Security Manager Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerabilities

Published Jan 14, 2022
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Updated

Multiple vulnerabilities in the web-based management interface of Cisco Security Manager could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct cross-site scripting attacks against a user of the interface. These vulnerabilities are due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input by the web-based management interface. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by persuading a user 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.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco Security Manager<4.24

Event History

Jan 14, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:01 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:01 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20646?

CVE-2022-20646 has a CVSS score indicating a medium severity level, which highlights its potential impact on affected systems.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-20646?

To fix CVE-2022-20646, you should upgrade to a version of Cisco Security Manager that is patched against these vulnerabilities.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2022-20646?

CVE-2022-20646 affects users of Cisco Security Manager versions prior to 4.24.

4

What type of attacks can CVE-2022-20646 facilitate?

CVE-2022-20646 can facilitate cross-site scripting attacks conducted by unauthenticated remote attackers.

5

Will CVE-2022-20646 impact my organization's network security?

Yes, CVE-2022-20646 poses a risk to the network security of organizations using the affected versions of Cisco Security Manager.

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