Security readout for executives and security teams
This flaw affects Cisco AnyConnect Profile Editor. A local attacker could abuse how it parses XML to read or write files on the affected system. The source bundle does not provide a CVSS score, fixed versions, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on workstations or admin systems where Cisco AnyConnect Profile Editor is installed and XML profiles are opened or processed. The bundle only names Cisco AnyConnect broadly, without versions or CPEs. Prioritize validation where VPN profile management occurs. Business risk is localized but meaningful because file read or write access could expose sensitive configuration or alter files on affected systems. Mitigation focus: Check Cisco advisory cisco-sa-20180117-acpe for affected and fixed versions.; Update affected Cisco AnyConnect Profile Editor installations per Cisco guidance.; Limit use of Profile Editor to trusted administrative systems..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20180117-acpeCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference
Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.