CVE-2025-20295: Cisco UCS Manager Software Command Injection Vulnerability

Published Aug 27, 2025
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Updated

A vulnerability in the CLI of Cisco UCS Manager Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker with administrative privileges to read or create a file or overwrite any file on the file system of the underlying operating system of an affected device, including system files.   This vulnerability is due to insufficient input validation of command arguments supplied by the user. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by authenticating to a device and submitting crafted input to the affected command. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read or create a file or overwrite any file on the file system of the underlying operating system of the affected device, including system files. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have valid administrative credentials on the affected device.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco UCS Manager Software

Event History

Aug 27, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:23 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-20295?

CVE-2025-20295 has been rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on file system security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-20295?

To fix CVE-2025-20295, apply the latest security updates for Cisco UCS Manager Software as provided by Cisco.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2025-20295 facilitate?

CVE-2025-20295 can facilitate file reading, file creation, or file overwriting on the affected system by an authenticated attacker.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-20295?

Organizations using Cisco UCS Manager Software with authenticated administrative access are affected by CVE-2025-20295.

5

Is CVE-2025-20295 a remote or local vulnerability?

CVE-2025-20295 is a local vulnerability that requires authenticated local access to exploit.

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