CVE-2023-20060: Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Cisco Prime Collaboration Deployment Web Interface

A critical vulnerability, identified as CVE-2023-20060, has been discovered in the web-based management interface of Cisco Prime Collaboration Deployment (PCD). This vulnerability allows an unauthenticated, remote attacker to execute a cross-site scripting (XSS) attack on a user of the interface. Cisco is aware of the issue and plans to release software updates to address this vulnerability. Currently, there are no workarounds available.

Vulnerability Details

The CVE-2023-20060 vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input by the web-based management interface. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by tricking a user of the interface into clicking on a maliciously crafted link. If successful, the attacker can execute arbitrary script code within the context of the affected interface or access sensitive browser-based information.

// Example of a crafted link exploiting this vulnerability:
<a href="http://example.com/PCD/pcd/login.jsp?username=&password=&invalid=<script>alert('XSS')</script>">;

The vulnerability can have severe consequences, as it exposes the user's sensitive information and potentially allows the attacker to gain unauthorized access to the system.

Affected Products

This vulnerability affects Cisco Prime Collaboration Deployment versions prior to the upcoming fix.

Solution

Cisco has acknowledged this vulnerability and is working on releasing software updates that will address the issue. Users are advised to monitor the Cisco Security Advisories website regularly for updates on this issue.

Currently, there are no workarounds or other fixes available for this vulnerability.

References

1. Cisco Security Advisory
2. CVE-2023-20060
3. NVD: CVE-2023-20060

Conclusion

The CVE-2023-20060 vulnerability poses a significant threat to organizations relying on Cisco Prime Collaboration Deployment web-based management interface. Users should be cautious about clicking on any suspicious links and wait for the release of Cisco's software updates to fix the issue. It is also recommended to stay informed about new security advisories and updates from the official Cisco Security Advisories website.

Timeline

Published on: 11/15/2024 15:20:01 UTC