CWE
22
Advisory Published

cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g: Cisco TelePresence Collaboration Endpoint and RoomOS Software Arbitrary File Read Vulnerability

First published: Wed May 05 2021(Updated: )

A vulnerability in the video endpoint API (xAPI) of Cisco TelePresence Collaboration Endpoint (CE) Software and Cisco RoomOS Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to read arbitrary files from the underlying operating system. This vulnerability is due to insufficient path validation of command arguments. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted command request to the xAPI. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read the contents of any file that is located on the device filesystem. 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-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco TelePresence Collaboration Endpoint Software
Cisco RoomOS Software

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g?

    The severity of cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g is classified as high due to its potential impact on data confidentiality.

  • How do I fix cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g?

    To fix cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g, update to the latest version of Cisco TelePresence Collaboration Endpoint Software or Cisco RoomOS Software.

  • What products are affected by cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g?

    cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g affects Cisco TelePresence Collaboration Endpoint and Cisco RoomOS Software.

  • Can cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g be exploited remotely?

    Yes, cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g can be exploited remotely by an authenticated attacker.

  • What kind of files can be accessed due to cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g?

    cisco-sa-tp-rmos-fileread-pE9sL3g allows an attacker to read arbitrary files from the underlying operating system.

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