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CVE-2026-20278

HIGH · CVSS 8.8 EPSS 0.30%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-09-02 · Last synced 2026-09-17

CyberRota Analysis

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Cisco IOS XR Software is vulnerable due to improper neutralization issues, which could potentially allow attackers to exploit the system. The impact of these vulnerabilities is significant, as they could lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of network resources. Organizations using Cisco IOS XR should prioritize applying the latest software hardening releases to mitigate these risks.

CVE
CVE-2026-20278
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8.8
EPSS
0.30%
Cisco

Original NVD Description

As part of Cisco's ongoing commitment to proactive security and product quality, the Cisco IOS XR Software engineering team has conducted a comprehensive internal security review. This review resulted in a software hardening releases that address multiple internally discovered vulnerabilities. The vulnerabilities tracked by CVE-2026-20278 are related to improper neutralization issues that are grouped under the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) CWE-707.