CVE-2020-3256

Cisco Hosted Collaboration Mediation Fulfillment XML External Expansion Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Hosted Collaboration Mediation Fulfillment (HCM-F) Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to gain read access to information that is stored on an affected system. To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker would need administrative privileges on the Cisco HCM-F Software. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entity (XXE) entries when parsing certain XML files. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending malicious requests that contain references in XML entities to an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to retrieve files from the local system, resulting in the disclosure of sensitive information.

Category

4.9
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.34%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco Hosted Collaboration Mediation Fulfillment
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-3256?
CVE-2020-3256 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2020-3256?
To fix CVE-2020-3256, 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-2020-3256 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2020-3256 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-2020-3256?
CVE-2020-3256 affects Cisco Cisco Hosted Collaboration Mediation Fulfillment.
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