XML External Entity Vulnerability in Cisco SocialMiner
CVE-2017-12216

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Cisco
Status
Cisco Socialminer
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 September 2017

Summary

A vulnerability exists in the web-based user interface of Cisco SocialMiner, allowing a remote attacker to manipulate the system's XML processing capabilities. This issue arises from improper handling of XML External Entity entries during XML file parsing. By tricking an administrator into importing a maliciously crafted XML file, an attacker could gain unauthorized read and write access to the system's files, leading to potential exposure of sensitive information or execution of arbitrary code within the environment.

Affected Version(s)

Cisco SocialMiner Cisco SocialMiner

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039274
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecu...
x_refsource_CONFIRM
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100664
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID

CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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