CVE-2025-20204: Cisco Identity Services Engine Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability
First published: Wed Feb 05 2025(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks against a user of the interface. This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input by the web-based management interface of an affected system. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious code into specific pages of the interface. 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. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have valid administrative credentials.
Credit: psirt@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Identity Services Engine |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-20204?
CVE-2025-20204 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-20204?
To mitigate CVE-2025-20204, ensure you apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco for Identity Services Engine.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-20204?
CVE-2025-20204 affects users of the web-based management interface of Cisco Identity Services Engine.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-20204?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2025-20204 could perform cross-site scripting attacks, potentially compromising user sessions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2025-20204?
Currently, the recommended approach for CVE-2025-20204 is to apply the available security updates from Cisco.
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