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CVE-2026-20186: Authenticated command execution in Cisco Identity Services Engine

A vulnerability in Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of an affected device. To exploit...

Summary

ParameterValue
CVE IDCVE-2026-20186
Alert SourceGitHub Advisory - Critical Vulnerability
CVE Publication Year2026
Date Published2026-04-15
VendorCisco
ProductIdentity Services Engine
CVSS Score9.9 (critical)
EPSS ScoreNo data
CISA KEVNo
RansomwareNot confirmed

Vulnerability Description

A vulnerability in Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) could allow an authenticated, remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the underlying operating system of an affected device. To exploit this vulnerability, the attacker must have at least Read Only Admin credentials.

This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted HTTP request to an affected device. A successful exploit could allow the a…

Required Actions

Apply vendor patches or mitigations as soon as available.

Who Is Affected?

This vulnerability affects Identity Services Engine by Cisco. Check if your organization uses this software and requires updates.

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