CVE-2025-20240: XSS

Published Sep 24, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability in the Web Authentication feature of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to conduct a reflected cross-site scripting attack (XSS) on an affected device. This vulnerability is due to improper sanitization of user-supplied input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by persuading a user to click a malicious link. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to execute a reflected XSS attack and steal user cookies from the affected device.

Affected Software

1 affected component
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-2025-20240?

CVE-2025-20240 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential for unauthorized remote access and exploitation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-20240?

To fix CVE-2025-20240, it is recommended to update the Cisco IOS XE Software to the latest version that includes patches for this vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can be conducted using CVE-2025-20240?

CVE-2025-20240 allows for reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks, which can compromise session integrity and potentially lead to data theft.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-20240?

Organizations using vulnerable versions of Cisco IOS XE Software are at risk from CVE-2025-20240.

5

Is CVE-2025-20240 exploit publicly available?

As of now, there are reports that CVE-2025-20240 is being actively exploited in the wild.

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