PT-2016-6910
CVE-2016-6436
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Published
2016-10-06
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Updated
2016-11-28
Description by
CVSS 3.1
6.1
MediumMetricsAV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
Cisco Host Scan package HostScan Engine versions 3.0.08062 through 3.1.14018
Description
A cross-site scripting (XSS) issue allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URL. This can be exploited by sending a malicious URL to the victim.
Recommendations
For HostScan Engine versions 3.0.08062 through 3.1.14018, update to a version outside of this range to resolve the issue. As a temporary workaround, consider restricting access to the HostScan Engine to minimize the risk of exploitation.
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