CVE-2025-20149: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 24, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to cause an affected device to reload unexpectedly, resulting in a denial of service (DoS) condition. This vulnerability is due to a buffer overflow. An attacker with a low-privileged account could exploit this vulnerability by using crafted commands at the CLI prompt. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to cause the affected device to reload, resulting in a DoS condition.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Cisco IOS Software
Cisco IOS XE Software

Event History

Sep 24, 2025
News Published
via BleepingComputer·04:52 PM
News Published
via BleepingComputer·04:54 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:14 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:14 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-20149?

CVE-2025-20149 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service (DoS) condition.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-20149?

To fix CVE-2025-20149, you should apply the latest patches and updates provided by Cisco for affected IOS and IOS XE Software.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-20149?

CVE-2025-20149 affects users of Cisco IOS Software and Cisco IOS XE Software with authenticated local access.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2025-20149 facilitate?

CVE-2025-20149 facilitates a buffer overflow attack which can cause the device to reload unexpectedly.

5

What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2025-20149?

Exploiting CVE-2025-20149 can result in a denial of service (DoS) condition on affected devices.

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