CVE-2010-0598

Cisco Mediator Framework 1.5.1 before 1.5.1.build.14-eng, 2.2 before 2.2.1.dev.1, and 3.0 before 3.0.9.release.1 on the Cisco Network Building Mediator…

published May 27, 2010

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
88.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Unencrypted HTTP sessions in Cisco Mediator Framework could hand over your Administrator credentials on a silver platter! 🔍 Think of it like a conversation happening in a crowded café, where anyone can easily eavesdrop on your secrets because you’re not using a whisper. If someone is sniffing the network, they can capture sensitive information just like that! An attacker could intercept unencrypted traffic and discover Administrator credentials, potentially giving them unauthorized access to your network. This could lead to a complete breach of sensitive data and systems, allowing malicious actors to wreak havoc or steal information. The impact might not seem immediate, but the long-term consequences could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a conversation happening in a crowded café, where anyone can easily eavesdrop on your secrets because you’re not using a whisper. If someone is sniffing the network, they can capture sensitive information just like that! This vulnerability in Cisco Mediator Framework allows remote attackers to sniff network traffic, revealing unencrypted HTTP sessions. This means that sensitive information, such as Administrator credentials, can be easily captured by simply monitoring the network.

What to do

An attacker could intercept unencrypted traffic and discover Administrator credentials, potentially giving them unauthorized access to your network. This could lead to a complete breach of sensitive data and systems, allowing malicious actors to wreak havoc or steal information. The impact might not seem immediate, but the long-term consequences could be absolutely devastating! To mitigate this risk, upgrade to Cisco Mediator Framework versions 1.5.1.build.14-eng, 2.2.1.dev.1, or 3.0.9.release.1 or later. Additionally, ensure that all sensitive sessions are encrypted to prevent credential interception in the future. Regularly monitor your network for unauthorized sniffing as a precaution! You've got this! By addressing this vulnerability, you're strengthening your network security and stepping into the role of a true security hero! 🦸‍♂️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03218 · 88.1th percentile
Published
2010-05-27T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 MAY 19:00Z
    Cisco Mediator Framework 1.5.1 before 1.5.1.build.14-eng, 2.2 before 2.2.1.dev.1, and 3.0 before 3.0.9.release.1 on the Cisco Network Building Mediator…
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