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CVE-2024-20489

Cisco IOS XR - PON Controller

Cisco CVSS 8.4 Updated March 16, 2026

Executive Risk Summary

"A vulnerability in the storage method of the PON Controller configuration file could allow an authenticated, local attacker with low privileges to obtain the MongoDB credentials. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, compromising the security and integrity of the system."

Operational Audit Arsenal

Target Type Configuration File
Target Asset PON Controller configuration file
Standard Path Global Firmware

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

Network disruption possible during patching

Internal Work Notes

CVE-2024-20489: Cisco IOS XR PON Controller vulnerability allowing unauthorized access to MongoDB credentials. Apply patch from Cisco Security Advisory: https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-iosxr-ponctlr-ci-OHcHmsFL

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