CVE-2023-20265

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of a small subset of Cisco IP Phones could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the interface on an affected device. This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user of an affected interface to view a page containing malicious HTML or script content. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the affected interface or access sensitive, browser-based information. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have valid credentials to access the web-based management interface of the affected device.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.08%
Vendor Advisory cisco.com
Affected: Cisco Cisco IP Phones with Multiplatform Firmware
Affected: Cisco Cisco Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-20265?
CVE-2023-20265 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-20265?
To fix CVE-2023-20265, 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-2023-20265 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-20265 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-2023-20265?
CVE-2023-20265 affects Cisco Cisco IP Phones with Multiplatform Firmware, Cisco Cisco Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) Software.
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