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CVE-2017-12216

UnknownEPSS 2.92%

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CVE-2017-12216 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in the web-based user interface of Cisco SocialMiner could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to have read and write access to information stored in the affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entity (XXE) entries when parsing an XML file. EPSS estimates a 2.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based user interface of Cisco SocialMiner could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to have read and write access to information stored in the affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entity (XXE) entries when parsing an XML file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing the administrator of an affected system to import a crafted XML file with malicious entries, which could allow the attacker to read and write files and execute remote code within the application. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvf47946.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.92%

85.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
CiscoSocialminerAll versions

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-12216?
A vulnerability in the web-based user interface of Cisco SocialMiner could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to have read and write access to information stored in the affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entity (XXE) entries when parsing an XML file. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing the administrator of an affected system to import a crafted XML file with malicious entries, which could allow the attacker to read and write files and execute remote code within the application. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvf47946.
How severe is CVE-2017-12216?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-12216 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12216?
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Source: NVD / NIST