CVE-2018-0414

Cisco Secure Access Control Server XML External Entity Injection Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based UI of Cisco Secure Access Control Server could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to gain read access to certain information in an affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entities (XXEs) when parsing an XML file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing the administrator of an affected system to import a crafted XML file.

Category

5.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.46%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine (ACSE)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105289 third party advisory vdb entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180905-acsxxe vendor advisory
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041688 third party advisory vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-0414?
CVE-2018-0414 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-0414?
To fix CVE-2018-0414, 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-2018-0414 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-0414 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-2018-0414?
CVE-2018-0414 affects Cisco Cisco Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine (ACSE).
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