Cisco Unified Communications Self-Service User Portal Panel Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Cisco Unified Communications Self-Service User Portal in digital assets. It helps identify the presence of the user management panel to assist in security and management efforts.
Short Info
Level
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
13 days 23 hours
Scan only one
URL
Toolbox
Cisco Unified Communications Self-Service User Portal is a platform employed by enterprises to enable users to manage their communications preferences and settings. It, as part of the Unified Communications Manager suite, allows for efficient handling of inbound and outbound communications settings. The portal is primarily used by IT departments within organizations to configure and oversee user communication services. By utilizing this portal, companies aim to streamline user access and management of communication tools, enhancing productivity and collaboration. The software is widely used in industries that require robust communication infrastructures, such as telecommunications, finance, and large corporate environments. Its comprehensive features facilitate user self-service for managing phone settings, voicemail, and call forwarding, among others.
The scanner specifically detects the panel of the Cisco Unified Communications Self-Service User Portal. Detecting this panel is crucial for IT administrators to ensure that the portal is properly secured against unauthorized access. The information gathered through this detection can inform security assessments and audits. Understanding the presence and exposure of such panels helps in identifying potential risks associated with insecure panel configurations. As panels often serve as entry points for management tasks, detecting their presence is a step towards verifying the security posture of the communication platform. Such detection aids in maintaining visibility over the network's application landscape and the systems serving critical business functions.
The detection process involves sending a GET request to the endpoint '/ucmuser/' within the base URL of the potential server. If the response contains specific identifiers, such as the web application name "ucmuser" and a status code of 200, the presence of the portal is confirmed. The technical approach involves analyzing response body content and HTTP status to determine if the panel is accessible. The detection aims not to exploit any vulnerabilities but to ascertain if the panel is operational and publicly accessible. Knowing the precise endpoint is necessary for operational accuracy, as misconfiguring such endpoints can lead to unnecessary alerts or missed detections. The scanner leverages the content and structure of the HTTP response to verify the existence of the user portal reliably.
If attackers exploit the detection of the Cisco Unified Communications Self-Service User Portal, they could gain unauthorized access to manage communications settings of users. This exposure could allow an adversary to alter user settings, including voicemail and call forwarding, leading to privacy violations or communication disruptions. Furthermore, they might exploit unprotected managerial functionalities, impacting the organization's telecommunication services. In severe cases, such vulnerabilities could serve as pivot points for further network infiltration, increasing the security risks to the company's internal systems. Compromising the portal may also lead to data leakage, affecting the confidentiality of communication logs and settings.
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