CVE-2025-20184: Cisco Secure Email and Web Manager and Secure Web Appliance Command Injection Vulnerability
First published: Wed Feb 05 2025(Updated: )
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Secure Email Gateway and Cisco Secure Web Appliance could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to perform command injection attacks against an affected device. The attacker must authenticate with valid administrator credentials. This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of XML configuration files by an affected device. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by uploading a crafted XML configuration file. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to inject commands to the underlying operating system with root privileges.
Credit: psirt@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco AsyncOS software | ||
| Cisco AsyncOS for Secure Email Gateway | ||
| Cisco Secure Web Appliance |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-20184?
CVE-2025-20184 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote command injection.
How can I mitigate CVE-2025-20184?
To mitigate CVE-2025-20184, ensure your Cisco AsyncOS Software, Cisco Secure Email Gateway, or Cisco Secure Web Appliance is updated to the latest patch released by Cisco.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-20184?
CVE-2025-20184 affects authenticated users of the web-based management interface on Cisco AsyncOS Software for Cisco Secure Email Gateway and Cisco Secure Web Appliance.
What type of attacks are possible due to CVE-2025-20184?
CVE-2025-20184 allows authenticated remote attackers to execute command injection attacks on the affected devices.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2025-20184?
As of now, there are no publicly known exploits for CVE-2025-20184, but the vulnerability poses a significant risk if left unpatched.
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