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CVE-2024-20272

Cisco Unity Connection - Web-based Management Interface

Cisco CVSS 7.3 Updated March 16, 2026

Executive Risk Summary

"A vulnerability in the web-based management interface of Cisco Unity Connection could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to upload arbitrary files to an affected system and execute commands on the underlying operating system. This could allow the attacker to store malicious files on the system, execute arbitrary commands on the operating system, and elevate privileges to root."

Operational Audit Arsenal

Target Type API
Target Asset Cisco Unity Connection API
Standard Path Management Plane

Manual Verification Required

This is a non-Windows asset (Cisco). Use the target asset details and official path provided above to verify your current version against the official vendor advisories listed below.

Patch Impact Forecast

Reboot Required Likely

Potential service disruption during patch application

Internal Work Notes

Unauthenticated remote attacker can upload arbitrary files and execute commands on Cisco Unity Connection, patching required to prevent privilege escalation and command execution

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