CVE-2017-6624

Description

A vulnerability in Cisco IOS 15.5(3)M Software for Cisco CallManager Express (CME) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to make unauthorized phone calls. The vulnerability is due to a configuration restriction in the toll-fraud protections component of the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to place unauthorized, long-distance phone calls by using an affected system. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCuy40939.

References

Link	Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/98283	vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038398	vdb entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170503-cme1	vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6624?: CVE-2017-6624 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-6624?: To fix CVE-2017-6624, 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-2017-6624 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-6624 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-2017-6624?: CVE-2017-6624 affects n/a Cisco CallManager Express.

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Description

Categories

CWE-264 – Permissions, Privileges, and Access Controls

CWE-287 – Improper Authentication

References

Frequently Asked Questions