First published: Wed Feb 05 2025(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager and Secure Email Gateway could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attack against a user of the interface. This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user of an affected interface to click a crafted link. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary script code in the context of the affected interface or access sensitive, browser-based information. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have valid credentials for a user account with at least the role of Operator.
Credit: psirt@cisco.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager Firmware | ||
Cisco AsyncOS for Secure Email Gateway |
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CVE-2025-20180 has been classified with a medium severity due to its potential for impacting user data integrity.
To fix CVE-2025-20180, apply the latest patches provided by Cisco for Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager and Secure Email Gateway.
CVE-2025-20180 affects users of the web-based management interfaces of Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager and Cisco Secure Email Gateway.
CVE-2025-20180 allows an authenticated, remote attacker to conduct a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attack.
CVE-2025-20180 was disclosed in 2025, and organizations should take immediate steps to mitigate the risk.