CVE-2025-69271: Spectrum basic authentication in use
Published Jan 12, 2026
·Updated
Insufficiently Protected Credentials vulnerability in Broadcom DX NetOps Spectrum on Windows, Linux allows Sniffing Attacks.This issue affects DX NetOps Spectrum: 24.3.13 and earlier.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Broadcom DX NetOps Spectrum<24.3.13
All of the following
Broadcom DX NetOps Spectrum<25.4.1
Any of the following
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Jan 12, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:27 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:27 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 19, 58008
Event
via NVD·02:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-69271?
CVE-2025-69271 is classified as a significant vulnerability due to its potential for enabling sniffing attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2025-69271?
To mitigate CVE-2025-69271, upgrade to Broadcom DX NetOps Spectrum version 24.3.14 or later.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2025-69271?
CVE-2025-69271 affects Broadcom DX NetOps Spectrum versions 24.3.13 and earlier on Windows and Linux systems.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2025-69271 allow?
CVE-2025-69271 allows attackers to perform sniffing attacks due to insufficiently protected credentials.
5
Who is responsible for the CVE-2025-69271 vulnerability?
CVE-2025-69271 is a vulnerability found in Broadcom's DX NetOps Spectrum product.