CVE-2017-6769

Name: CVE-2017-6769
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-08-07T06:29:00.76+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.89%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-6769 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of the Cisco Secure Access Control System (ACS) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web interface of the affected system. More Information: CSCve70587. EPSS estimates a 0.89% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of the Cisco Secure Access Control System (ACS) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the web interface of the affected system. More Information: CSCve70587. Known Affected Releases: 5.8(0.8) 5.8(1.5).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.89%

54.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Secure Access Control System	5.8\(0.8\)
Cisco	Secure Access Control System	5.8\(1.5\)

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99985Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038996Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170726-acsVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99985Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038996Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170726-acsVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Aug 7, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-6769?

How severe is CVE-2017-6769?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-6769 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.89% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-6769?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST