CVE-2018-0396

Name: CVE-2018-0396
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-07-18T23:29:01.29+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.78%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-0396 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in the web framework of the Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against the user of the web interface of an affected system. The vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation of certain parameters passed to the web server. EPSS estimates a 1.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in the web framework of the Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service software could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against the user of the web interface of an affected system. The vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation of certain parameters passed to the web server. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing the user to access a malicious link or by intercepting the user request and injecting certain malicious code. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the affected site or allow the attacker to access sensitive browser-based information. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve25985.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.78%

75.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Unified Communications Manager Im And Presence Service	11.5
Cisco	Unified Communications Manager Im And Presence Service	12.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104872Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041349Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041350Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180718-ucmim-ps-xssVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/104872Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041349Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041350Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180718-ucmim-ps-xssVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 18, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-0396?

How severe is CVE-2018-0396?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-0396 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-0396?

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-2018-0396?

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Source: NVD / NIST