Privilege Escalation in Cisco ASA-CX and Prime Security Manager Software
CVE-2016-1301

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Cisco
Status
Asa Cx Context-aware Security Software
Prime Security Manager
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 February 2016

What is CVE-2016-1301?

The implementation of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in Cisco ASA-CX Content-Aware Security software and Cisco Prime Security Manager software contains a vulnerability that allows remote authenticated users to manipulate security settings. By sending crafted HTTP requests, these users can change arbitrary passwords, potentially compromising system integrity and user access. This flaw underscores the importance of timely software updates and robust security practices to mitigate risks associated with unauthorized actions.

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034927
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034926
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecur...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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