First published: Wed Aug 19 2020(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the interface of the affected software. 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 affected interface or access sensitive, browser-based information. Cisco has released software updates that address this vulnerability. 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-dcnm-xss-JnHSWG5C
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Cisco Prime Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
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The severity of cisco-sa-dcnm-xss-JnHSWG5C is classified as high due to the potential for cross-site scripting attacks.
To mitigate cisco-sa-dcnm-xss-JnHSWG5C, update your Cisco Data Center Network Manager to the latest version provided by Cisco.
Organizations using the affected versions of Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) are vulnerable to the cisco-sa-dcnm-xss-JnHSWG5C vulnerability.
cisco-sa-dcnm-xss-JnHSWG5C enables authenticated remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Yes, user authentication is required for an attacker to exploit the cisco-sa-dcnm-xss-JnHSWG5C vulnerability.