Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Cisco Host Scan Package
CVE-2016-6436

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Cisco
Status
Hostscan Engine
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 October 2016

What is CVE-2016-6436?

A cross-site scripting vulnerability exists in the Cisco Host Scan package, allowing remote attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts or HTML via a specially crafted URL. This issue affects HostScan Engine versions 3.0.08062 to 3.1.14018, as utilized in ASA Web VPN. Successful exploitation can enable attackers to manipulate user experience and possibly steal sensitive information from users' browsers.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93407
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http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecur...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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