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CVE-2013-1140: The XML parser in Cisco Security Monitoring, Analysis, and Response System (MARS) allows remote attackers t...

The XML parser in Cisco Security Monitoring, Analysis, and Response System (MARS) allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via an external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue, aka Bug ID CSCue55093.

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CVE-2013-1140 is an information disclosure flaw in Cisco MARS. A remote attacker could make its XML parser read arbitrary files through an XXE condition. The provided sources do not name affected versions, CVSS severity, or a confirmed fix, so exposure must be verified against Cisco guidance. Exposure is limited to environments running Cisco MARS where the vulnerable XML parser is reachable by a remote attacker. The supplied affected-product metadata is incomplete and lists no versions or CPEs. Treat as a targeted validation item, especially for legacy security monitoring infrastructure. If Cisco MARS is present and remotely reachable, prioritize vendor-guided remediation because arbitrary file disclosure can expose sensitive operational data. Mitigation focus: Review Cisco advisory CVE-2013-1140 and Bug ID CSCue55093.; Inventory any Cisco MARS deployments and record versions.; Restrict remote access to Cisco MARS interfaces to trusted networks..

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