cisco-sa-20180905-pca-xss: Cisco Prime Collaboration Assurance Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Collaboration Assurance could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web-based management interface of an affected device. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input by the web-based management interface. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user of the interface to click a customized 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.
There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.
This advisory is available at the following link: https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180905-pca-xss
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS?
The severity of Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS is rated as high due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS?
To fix Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS, update your Cisco Prime Collaboration Assurance software to the latest patched version provided by Cisco.
Who is affected by Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS?
Any user accessing the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Collaboration Assurance could be affected by Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS.
What type of attack can be executed due to Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS?
Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS allows an unauthenticated, remote attacker to execute cross-site scripting attacks.
Is authentication required to exploit Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS?
No, authentication is not required to exploit Cisco SA 20180905 PCA XSS, making it particularly dangerous.