CVE-2018-0207

Name: CVE-2018-0207
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-03-08T07:29:00.427+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

LOWCVSS 3.3/10EPSS 1.53%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-0207 is a low-severity vulnerability rated 3.3/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability in the web-based user interface of the Cisco Secure Access Control Server prior to 5.8 patch 9 could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to gain read access to certain information in the affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entities (XXEs) when parsing an XML file. EPSS estimates a 1.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the web-based user interface of the Cisco Secure Access Control Server prior to 5.8 patch 9 could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to gain read access to certain information in the affected system. The vulnerability is due to improper handling of XML External Entities (XXEs) 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. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve70595.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

3.3/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

EPSS Probability

1.53%

71.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Secure Access Control Server Solution Engine	5.8\(0.8\)

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103343Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040470Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180307-acsVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/103343Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040470Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180307-acsVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Mar 8, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-0207?

How severe is CVE-2018-0207?

CVE-2018-0207 has a CVSS score of 3.3/10 (LOW severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-0207?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-0207?

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Source: NVD / NIST