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CVE-2017-12227

5.4 · MEDIUM

A vulnerability in the SQL database interface for Cisco Emergency Responder could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a blind SQL injection attack.

Published Sep 7, 2017CWE-89EPSS 0.97%

Overview

CVE-2017-12227 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 7, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.4 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.4, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

A vulnerability in the SQL database interface for Cisco Emergency Responder could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a blind SQL injection attack. The vulnerability is due to a failure to validate user-supplied input used in SQL queries that bypass protection filters. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending crafted URLs that include SQL statements. An exploit could allow the attacker to view or modify entries in some database tables, affecting the integrity of the data. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvb58973.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/100653Refwww.securitytracker.com/id/1039287Reftools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170906-cerRefwww.securityfocus.com/bid/100653Refwww.securitytracker.com/id/1039287Reftools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170906-cer

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-12227?

CVE-2017-12227 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 7, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.4 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2017-12227?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 5.4, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-12227?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2017-12227?

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