First published: Wed Feb 05 2025(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager and Secure Email Gateway could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the interface.This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user of an affected 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. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have valid credentials for a user account with at least the role of Operator.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-esa-sma-xss-WCk2WcuG
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager Firmware | ||
Cisco AsyncOS for Secure Email Gateway |
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The severity of cisco-sa-esa-sma-xss-WCk2WcuG is classified as high due to its potential impact on user security.
To fix cisco-sa-esa-sma-xss-WCk2WcuG, apply the firmware updates provided in the Cisco advisory.
Users of Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager and Cisco Secure Email Gateway are affected by cisco-sa-esa-sma-xss-WCk2WcuG.
cisco-sa-esa-sma-xss-WCk2WcuG enables authenticated attackers to perform stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
To protect against cisco-sa-esa-sma-xss-WCk2WcuG, ensure that your systems are updated to the latest Cisco firmware and monitor for unusual activities.