cisco-sa-ftd-xmlinj-8GWjGzKe: Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Software XML Injection Vulnerability
First published: Wed Apr 27 2022(Updated: )
A vulnerability in CLI of Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to inject XML into the command parser. This vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by including crafted input in commands. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to inject XML into the command parser, which could result in unexpected processing of the command and unexpected command output. 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-ftd-xmlinj-8GWjGzKe This advisory is part of the April 2022 release of the Cisco ASA, FTD, and FMC Security Advisory Bundled publication. For a complete list of the advisories and links to them, see Cisco Event Response: April 2022 Cisco ASA, FMC, and FTD Software Security Advisory Bundled Publication.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco FTD Software | >=6.5.0=6.6.0=6.7.0<=7.0.0<7.0.2 (May 2022)>=6.2.2 and earlier=6.3.0<=6.4.0<6.4.0.15 | 7.0.2 (May 2022) 6.4.0.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software vulnerability is cisco-sa-ftd-xmlinj-8GWjGzKe.
What is the severity rating of the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software XML injection vulnerability?
The severity rating of the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software XML injection vulnerability is medium.
How does the XML injection vulnerability in the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software occur?
The XML injection vulnerability in the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software occurs due to insufficient input validation, allowing an authenticated, local attacker to inject XML into the command parser.
Which versions of the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software are affected by this vulnerability?
The following versions of the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software are affected: 6.2.2 and earlier, 6.3.0, 6.4.0 up to 6.4.0.15, 6.5.0, 6.6.0, 6.7.0, and 7.0.0 up to 7.0.2 (May 2022).
How can I fix the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software XML injection vulnerability?
To fix the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense software XML injection vulnerability, it is recommended to upgrade to a version that includes the necessary security fixes, such as 7.0.2 (May 2022) or 6.4.0.15.
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