CVE-2013-5539: The upload-dialog implementation in Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) allows remote authenticated users...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Cisco ISE had an upload-dialog weakness that let authenticated remote users upload arbitrary file types. The reported concern is that a crafted file could be used to attack other unspecified systems. The provided sources do not identify affected versions, CVSS severity, or a confirmed fix. Potential exposure is limited to organizations running Cisco Identity Services Engine versions covered by Cisco's 2013 notice. The provided bundle does not list affected releases or CPEs, so exposure requires checking Cisco's advisory and local ISE inventory. Prioritize as a Cisco ISE hygiene and exposure check, especially where many users can authenticate or ISE interfaces are broadly reachable. The current evidence does not support emergency treatment, but missing version and fix details mean owners should verify Cisco guidance before closing risk. Mitigation focus: Review Cisco's notice for affected ISE releases and vendor remediation guidance.; Inventory Cisco ISE deployments and confirm whether affected versions are present.; Restrict ISE upload-dialog access to trusted authenticated roles only..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:32 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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