VULNERABILITY INTELLIGENCE

CVE-2018-0245

CVSS score5.3 MEDIUM
EPSS probability2.26%
CISA KEVNot currently listed
Published2018-05-02
Last modified2026-06-17
CVSS vectorCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N

Description

A vulnerability in the REST API of Cisco 5500 and 8500 Series Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to view system information that under normal circumstances should be prohibited. The vulnerability is due to incomplete input and validation checking mechanisms in the REST API URL request. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a malicious URL to the REST API. If successful, an exploit could allow the attacker to view sensitive system information. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCvg89442.

Weakness classification

  • CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor
  • CWE-269: Improper Privilege Management

Primary references