CVE-2018-15402

Name: CVE-2018-15402
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-17T20:29:00.457+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.48%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-15402 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A vulnerability in Cisco Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software (NFVIS) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of Origin headers on HTTP requests within the management interface. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A vulnerability in Cisco Enterprise NFV Infrastructure Software (NFVIS) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. The vulnerability is due to improper validation of Origin headers on HTTP requests within the management interface. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by convincing a targeted user to follow a URL to a malicious website. An exploit could allow the attacker to take actions within the software with the privileges of the targeted user or gain access to sensitive information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.48%

37.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Enterprise Network Virtualization Software	nfvis-8.0
Cisco	Enterprise Network Virtualization Software	nfvis-9.0

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105662Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20181017-nfvis-csrfVendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105662Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20181017-nfvis-csrfVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 17, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-15402?

How severe is CVE-2018-15402?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-15402 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-15402?

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