Executive Risk Summary
"A vulnerability in the SSH client feature of Cisco IOS XR Software could allow an authenticated, local attacker to elevate privileges on an affected device. This vulnerability is due to insufficient validation of arguments that are included with the SSH client CLI command."
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Target Type Firmware Image
Target Asset Cisco IOS XR Software
Standard Path Global Firmware
Manual Verification Required
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Patch Impact Forecast
Reboot Required Likely
Network disruption possible during patching
Internal Work Notes
Elevated privilege vulnerability in Cisco IOS XR Software SSH client, requires patching to prevent potential privilege escalation attacks
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