CVE-2016-6446
7.5 · HIGHOverview
CVE-2016-6446 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cisco meeting_server. It was published on October 27, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
Technical Description
A vulnerability in Web Bridge for Cisco Meeting Server could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to retrieve memory from a connected server. More Information: CSCvb03308. Known Affected Releases: 1.8, 1.9, 2.0.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update meeting_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6446?
CVE-2016-6446 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cisco meeting_server. It was published on October 27, 2016 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).
How severe is CVE-2016-6446?
This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2016-6446?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update meeting_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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