CVE-2018-14935 : What You Need to Know

Polycom Trio devices running software versions earlier than 5.5.4 are vulnerable to XSS attacks in the Web administration console.

Understanding CVE-2018-14935

XSS vulnerabilities in Polycom Trio devices

What is CVE-2018-14935?

The CVE-2018-14935 vulnerability pertains to XSS weaknesses found in the Web administration console of Polycom Trio devices running software versions prior to 5.5.4.

The Impact of CVE-2018-14935

Attackers can exploit XSS vulnerabilities to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session on the affected device.
This could lead to unauthorized access, data theft, and potential compromise of the device's functionality.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-14935

Details on the vulnerability

Vulnerability Description

The Web administration console on Polycom Trio devices with software versions before 5.5.4 is susceptible to XSS attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Polycom Trio
Vendor: Polycom
Versions Affected: Software versions earlier than 5.5.4

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can inject and execute malicious scripts through the Web administration console, potentially compromising the device and user data.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting against CVE-2018-14935

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Polycom Trio devices to version 5.5.4 or later to mitigate the XSS vulnerability.
Restrict access to the Web administration console to authorized personnel only.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly monitor and audit the device for any unauthorized access or suspicious activities.
Educate users on safe browsing practices to minimize the risk of XSS attacks.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates and patches released by Polycom for the Trio devices to address known vulnerabilities.