Cisco’s Comedy of Errors: Is Your Router Vulnerable?
Cisco IOx application hosting environment vulnerability affects certain IOS and IOS XE Software versions. If your router’s IOx service is running, it might be time to panic—or at least double-check your HTTP server configuration. Remember, in the world of network security, “not affected” is music to the ears!
Hot Take:
Oh Cisco, my Cisco! Just when you thought your network was secure, it turns out your routers are as vulnerable as a toddler trying to walk a tightrope. Thankfully, with a little command-line magic, you can keep your network from becoming a hacker’s playground. So, buckle up and let’s navigate this vulnerability like a pro!
Key Points:
- The vulnerability affects Cisco IOS and IOS XE Software with the IOx application hosting environment and HTTP Server feature enabled.
- Impacted products include Cisco 800 Series Industrial ISRs, Catalyst 9100 Family of Access Points, and others.
- This vulnerability is not present by default as the Cisco IOx needs to be manually enabled.
- Administrators can determine vulnerability by using specific CLI commands.
- Remediation involves restoring the IOx application environment by restarting it.
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