CVE-2015-0703:Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the administrative web interface in Cisco Unified MeetingPlace 8.6(1.9) allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via unspecified vectors, aka CVE-2015-0703.

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The Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the administrative web interface of Cisco Unified MeetingPlace version 8.6(1.9) allows malicious remote attackers to inject and execute arbitrary web script or HTML code through unspecified vectors. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2015-0703, can be exploited to conduct various attacks, including stealing sensitive information, session hijacking, and delivering malware to users accessing the affected web interface.

Overview

This vulnerability affects the administrative web interface of Cisco Unified MeetingPlace version 8.6(1.9), enabling remote attackers to inject malicious web script or HTML code. The issue was first made public on April 20, 2015, and is assigned the CVE identifier CVE-2015-0703. The vulnerability poses a risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the system and its data.

Remediation

To remediate this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches or updates provided by Cisco for the affected version of Cisco Unified MeetingPlace. Additionally, organizations should implement security best practices such as input validation and output encoding to mitigate the risk of XSS attacks. Regular security assessments and monitoring of the web interface can also help in detecting and preventing such vulnerabilities in the future.

References

  1. CVE-2015-0703: https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2015-0703
  2. Cisco Security Advisory: http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=38459
  3. SecurityTracker Advisory: http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032164

Industry ExposureMost to least
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.

  1. Accommodation & Food Services
    Accommodation & Food Services
  2. Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
    Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
  3. Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
    Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
  4. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
    Arts, Entertainment & Recreation
  5. Construction
    Construction
  6. Educational Services
    Educational Services
  7. Finance and Insurance
    Finance and Insurance
  8. Health Care & Social Assistance
    Health Care & Social Assistance
  9. Information
    Information
  10. Management of Companies & Enterprises
    Management of Companies & Enterprises
  11. Manufacturing
    Manufacturing
  12. Mining
    Mining
  13. Other Services (except Public Administration)
    Other Services (except Public Administration)
  14. Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
    Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
  15. Public Administration
    Public Administration
  16. Real Estate Rental & Leasing
    Real Estate Rental & Leasing
  17. Retail Trade
    Retail Trade
  18. Transportation & Warehousing
    Transportation & Warehousing
  19. Utilities
    Utilities
  20. Wholesale Trade
    Wholesale Trade

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