CVE-2023-20231

Description

A vulnerability in the web UI of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to perform an injection attack against an affected device. This vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted input to the web UI. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary Cisco IOS XE Software CLI commands with level 15 privileges. Note: This vulnerability is exploitable only if the attacker obtains the credentials for a Lobby Ambassador account. This account is not configured by default.

Categories

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.64%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco IOS XE Software
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-webui-cmdij-FzZAeXAy vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-20231?
CVE-2023-20231 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-20231?
To fix CVE-2023-20231, 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-2023-20231 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-20231 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-20231?
CVE-2023-20231 affects Cisco Cisco IOS XE Software.
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