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CVE-2018-0245

5.3 · MEDIUM

A vulnerability in the REST API of Cisco 5500 and 8500 Series Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to view system information that under normal cir…

Published May 2, 2018CWE-200EPSS 2.26%

Overview

CVE-2018-0245 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 2, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A vulnerability in the REST API of Cisco 5500 and 8500 Series Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to view system information that under normal circumstances should be prohibited. The vulnerability is due to incomplete input and validation checking mechanisms in the REST API URL request. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a malicious URL to the REST API. If successful, an exploit could allow the attacker to view sensitive system information. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvg89442.

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/104123Refwww.securitytracker.com/id/1040823Reftools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180502-wlc-idRefwww.securityfocus.com/bid/104123Refwww.securitytracker.com/id/1040823Reftools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180502-wlc-id

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-0245?

CVE-2018-0245 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on May 2, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2018-0245?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-0245?

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-2018-0245?

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