CVE-2018-0205 : What You Need to Know

Cisco Prime Collaboration Provisioning Tool is affected by a security flaw that could lead to a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack. Learn about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.

Understanding CVE-2018-0205

A vulnerability in the User Provisioning tab of the Cisco Prime Collaboration Provisioning Tool allows unauthorized attackers to exploit a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

What is CVE-2018-0205?

The security flaw in the User Provisioning tab of the Cisco Prime Collaboration Provisioning Tool enables attackers to execute a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack by inserting malicious strings into the database.

The Impact of CVE-2018-0205

Attackers can gain unauthorized access to Cisco Prime Collaboration Provisioning by manipulating data in the database.
The vulnerability is caused by inadequate input validation, making it easier for attackers to exploit.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-0205

The technical aspects of the vulnerability in the Cisco Prime Collaboration Provisioning Tool.

Vulnerability Description

The flaw allows for a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack through the User Provisioning tab.
Improper input validation is the root cause of the vulnerability.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cisco Prime Collaboration Provisioning Tool
Version: Cisco Prime Collaboration Provisioning Tool

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers insert malicious strings into the database to exploit the vulnerability.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent the exploitation of CVE-2018-0205.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Cisco promptly.
Monitor and restrict access to the User Provisioning tab.

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing.
Educate users on safe data input practices to prevent XSS attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security advisories from Cisco.
Keep the Cisco Prime Collaboration Provisioning Tool updated with the latest patches.