CVE-2017-12221

Description

A vulnerability in the web framework of Cisco Firepower Management Center could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web interface of the affected software. The vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input by the affected software. Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected system. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvc38983.

Category

5.4
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.36%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: n/a Cisco Firepower Management Center
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170906-firepower-2 vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100640 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-12221?
CVE-2017-12221 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-12221?
To fix CVE-2017-12221, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-12221 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-12221 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-12221?
CVE-2017-12221 affects n/a Cisco Firepower Management Center.
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