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Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in Cisco Small Business RV016, RV042, RV042G, RV082, RV320, and RV325 Routers could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary script in a user's browser session. The vulnerabilities exist due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input in the web-based management interface. An attacker could exploit these vulnerabilities by persuading a user to visit a specially crafted webpage.
Overview
These vulnerabilities affect the web-based management interface of several Cisco Small Business RV Series Routers. The issue stems from insufficient input validation, allowing an attacker to send crafted HTTP requests to the affected device and then trick users into visiting specific web pages containing malicious payloads. If successful, the attacker could execute arbitrary script code within the context of the affected interface or access sensitive browser-based information.
The affected devices include:
- Cisco RV016 Multi-WAN VPN Router
- Cisco RV042 Dual WAN VPN Router
- Cisco RV042G Dual Gigabit WAN VPN Router
- Cisco RV082 Dual WAN VPN Router
- Cisco RV320 Dual Gigabit WAN VPN Router
- Cisco RV325 Dual Gigabit WAN VPN Router
Remediation
As of the advisory publication, Cisco has not released software updates that address these vulnerabilities. There are no workarounds available to mitigate these vulnerabilities.
Administrators should implement the following best practices to help reduce risk:
- Limit access to the web-based management interface to trusted administrators only
- Use strong network segmentation to isolate management interfaces from untrusted networks
- Implement proper access control lists to restrict access to the management interface
- Educate users about the risks of clicking on untrusted links and visiting suspicious websites
- Consider using alternative management methods if available
References
- Cisco Security Advisory: https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-rv-stored-xss-vqz7gC8W
- CVE ID: CVE-2023-20137
- CWE-79: Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting')
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis 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.
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.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
