CVE-2019-15268 : Security Advisory and Response

Cisco Firepower Management Center Multiple Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerabilities

Understanding CVE-2019-15268

Several weaknesses have been identified in the web-based management interface of Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC), potentially allowing remote attackers to execute cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

What is CVE-2019-15268?

The vulnerabilities in Cisco FMC stem from inadequate validation of user input in the web-based management interface, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary script code or access sensitive information through crafted links.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15268

The vulnerabilities have a CVSS base score of 4.8 (Medium severity) and require high privileges for exploitation. Successful attacks could lead to the execution of malicious scripts or unauthorized access to user data.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15268

Cisco Firepower Management Center is affected by multiple cross-site scripting vulnerabilities.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerabilities allow remote attackers to conduct XSS attacks through the web-based management interface.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Cisco Firepower Management Center
Vendor: Cisco
Affected Version: Unspecified

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Network
Privileges Required: High
User Interaction: Required
Scope: Changed
Vector String: CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take:

Apply vendor-provided patches or updates promptly.
Monitor Cisco's security advisories for any new information.

Long-Term Security Practices:

Regularly update and patch all software and systems.
Educate users on identifying and avoiding suspicious links.

Patching and Updates:

Ensure the latest security updates are installed for Cisco Firepower Management Center.