Authentication Bypass in Cisco TelePresence Software
CVE-2016-1387

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Cisco
Status
Telepresence Tc Software
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 May 2016

What is CVE-2016-1387?

The Cisco TelePresence Software contains a vulnerability in its XML API that improperly handles authentication. This weakness enables remote attackers to execute unauthorized control commands or alter configurations through crafted API requests. The flaw affects several versions of the TelePresence Codec and Collaboration Endpoint products, highlighting the importance of securing access to APIs to prevent exploitation by malicious actors.

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecur...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035744
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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