Cisco CallManager Express Unauthorized Access Vulnerability [CVE-2017-6624]
CVE Number – CVE-2017-6624
A vulnerability in Cisco IOS Software for Cisco CallManager Express (CME) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to make unauthorized phone calls.
The vulnerability is due to a configuration restriction in the toll-fraud protections component of the affected software. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to place unauthorized, long-distance phone calls by using an affected system.
There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.
This advisory is available at the following link:
https://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20170503-cme1
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Vulnerable Products
This vulnerability affects Cisco IOS Software for Cisco CallManager Express. For information about affected software releases, consult the Cisco bug ID(s) at the top of this advisory.Products Confirmed Not Vulnerable
No other Cisco products are currently known to be affected by this vulnerability.
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There are no workarounds that address this vulnerability.
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For information about fixed software releases, consult the Cisco bug ID(s) at the top of this advisory.
When considering software upgrades, customers are advised to regularly consult the advisories for Cisco products, which are available from the Cisco Security Advisories and Alerts page, to determine exposure and a complete upgrade solution.
In all cases, customers should ensure that the devices to be upgraded contain sufficient memory and confirm that current hardware and software configurations will continue to be supported properly by the new release. If the information is not clear, customers are advised to contact the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) or their contracted maintenance providers.
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