Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in Cisco Emergency Responder, Cisco Unified Communications Manager (Unified CM), Cisco Unified Communications Manager Session Management Edition (Unified CM SME), and Cisco Unity Connection could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to elevate privileges to root on an affected device. This vulnerability exists because the application does not properly restrict the files that are being used for upgrades. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by providing a crafted upgrade file. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to elevate privileges to root. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have valid platform administrator credentials on an affected device.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco | Emergency Responder | 12.5.1su4 |
| Cisco | Unified Communications Manager | 12.5.1su8 |
| Cisco | Unity Connection | 12.5\(1\)su6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/ciVendor Advisory
- https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/ciVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-20266?
CVE-2023-20266 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). A vulnerability in Cisco Emergency Responder, Cisco Unified Communications Manager (Unified CM), Cisco Unified Communications Manager Session Management Edition (Unified CM SME), and Cisco Unity Conne...
How severe is CVE-2023-20266?
CVE-2023-20266 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-20266?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cisco Emergency Responder, Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Cisco Unity Connection.