SB2021082301 - Improper Authentication in Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager
Published: August 23, 2021
Security Bulletin ID
SB2021082301
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Data manipulation
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper Authentication (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-1561)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to access to the spam quarantine feature is not properly restricted. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted request to gain unauthorized access and modify the spam quarantine settings of another user.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.