CVE-2016-1363
CriticalSummary
Buffer overflow in the redirection functionality in Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software 7.2 through 7.4 before 7.4.140.0(MD) and 7.5 through 8.0 before 8.0.115.0(ED) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTTP request.
Risk Assessment
Attackers may exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially leading to device takeover and access to sensitive data on the network.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update Cisco WLC software to the latest version to mitigate this vulnerability and to monitor network traffic for potential attack attempts.
Original NVD description (English source)
Buffer overflow in the redirection functionality in Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software 7.2 through 7.4 before 7.4.140.0(MD) and 7.5 through 8.0 before 8.0.115.0(ED) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTTP request, aka Bug ID CSCus25617.