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CVE-2026-20128: Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager Storing Passwords in a Recoverable Format Vulnerability

Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager contains a storing passwords in a recoverable format vulnerability that allows an authenticated, local attacker to gain DCA user privileges by accessing a credential file...

Summary

ParameterValue
CVE IDCVE-2026-20128
Alert SourceCISA KEV - Active Exploitation
CVE Publication Year2026
Date Published2026-04-20
VendorCisco
ProductCatalyst SD-WAN Manager
CVSS Score7.5 (high)
EPSS Score0.0% (percentile: 2%)
CISA KEVYes - confirmed active exploitation
RansomwareNot confirmed
Remediation Deadline2026-04-23

Vulnerability Description

Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager contains a storing passwords in a recoverable format vulnerability that allows an authenticated, local attacker to gain DCA user privileges by accessing a credential file for the DCA user on the filesystem as a low-privileged user.

Required Actions

Please adhere to CISA’s guidelines to assess exposure and mitigate risks associated with Cisco SD-WAN devices as outlines in CISA’s Emergency Directive 26-03 (URL listed below in Notes) and CISA’s “Hunt & Hardening Guidance for Cisco SD-WAN Devices (URL listed below in Notes). Adhere to the applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are not available.

Who Is Affected?

This vulnerability affects Catalyst SD-WAN Manager by Cisco. Check if your organization uses this software and requires updates.

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