CVE-2022-20969: XSS

Published Nov 3, 2022
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Updated

A vulnerability in multiple management dashboard pages of Cisco Umbrella could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the Cisco Umbrella dashboard. This vulnerability is due to unsanitized user input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by submitting custom JavaScript to the web application and persuading a user of the interface to click a maliciously 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

2 affected components
Cisco Umbrella=003.003\(000\)
Cisco Umbrella

Event History

Nov 3, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:31 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Nov 4, 2022
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2022-20969?

The severity of CVE-2022-20969 is classified as medium due to its potential for cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2022-20969?

To fix CVE-2022-20969, ensure that you update to the latest version of Cisco Umbrella where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2022-20969?

CVE-2022-20969 affects users of Cisco Umbrella version 003.003(000) and possibly other versions if unpatched.

4

What kind of attack can be performed using CVE-2022-20969?

CVE-2022-20969 allows authenticated remote attackers to perform cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks against Cisco Umbrella dashboard users.

5

What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2022-20969?

The vulnerability in CVE-2022-20969 is caused by unsanitized user input within multiple management dashboard pages of Cisco Umbrella.

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