CVE-2017-12316

CVE-2017-12316 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Identity Services Engine Software with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-307.

Key facts

Description

A vulnerability in the Guest Portal login page of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to perform multiple login attempts in excess of the configured login attempt limit. The vulnerability is due to insufficient server-side login attempt limit enforcement. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending modified login attempts to the Guest Portal login page. An exploit could allow the attacker to perform brute-force password attacks on the ISE Guest Portal. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve98518.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-12316?
A vulnerability in the Guest Portal login page of Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to perform multiple login attempts in excess of the configured login attempt limit. The vulnerability is due to insufficient server-side login attempt limit enforcement. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending modified login attempts to the Guest Portal login page. An exploit could allow the attacker to perform brute-force password attacks on the ISE Guest Portal. Cisco Bug IDs: CSCve98518.
How severe is CVE-2017-12316?
CVE-2017-12316 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-12316 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-12316?
CVE-2017-12316 affects Cisco Identity Services Engine Software. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-12316?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-12316 published?
CVE-2017-12316 was published on 2017-11-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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