CVE-2025-20116

Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

Description

A vulnerability in the web UI of Cisco APIC could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to perform a stored XSS attack on an affected system. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have valid administrative credentials. This vulnerability is due to improper input validation in the web UI. An authenticated attacker could exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious code into specific pages of the web UI. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the web UI or access sensitive, browser-based information.

Category

4.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Affected: Cisco Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC)
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-apic-multi-vulns-9ummtg5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-20116?
CVE-2025-20116 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-20116?
To fix CVE-2025-20116, 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-2025-20116 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-20116 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-2025-20116?
CVE-2025-20116 affects Cisco Cisco Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC).
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