CVE-2026-20168: Cisco IoT Field Network Director Path Traversal Vulnerability
A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco IoT Field Network Director could allow an authenticated, remote attacker with low privileges to retrieve files that they do not have permission to access. This vulnerability is due to insufficient file access checks. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by submitting crafted input in the web-based management interface. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read files that they are not authorized to access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-20168?
CVE-2026-20168 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow unauthorized file access.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-20168?
CVE-2026-20168 affects users of the Cisco IoT Field Network Director.
How do I fix CVE-2026-20168?
To mitigate CVE-2026-20168, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Cisco.
What type of attack does CVE-2026-20168 enable?
CVE-2026-20168 enables an authenticated remote attacker to exploit path traversal to access restricted files.
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2026-20168?
Yes, CVE-2026-20168 requires an attacker to be authenticated with low privileges to exploit the vulnerability.