Cisco IMC security flaw grants root access, update required

BetaNews April 18, 2024, 10:00 AM UTC

Summary: A critical security flaw in Cisco's Integrated Management Controller (IMC) allows attackers to gain root privileges. Cisco issued a high severity warning with a CVSS score of 8.8, stating the need for software updates to address the vulnerability affecting various products like Catalyst 8300 Series and UCS servers. No workarounds are available. For more information and patches, visit Cisco's website.

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