CVE-1999-1126: Cisco Resource Manager (CRM) 1.1 and earlier creates certain files with insecure permissions that allow loc...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Cisco Resource Manager 1.1 and earlier may expose sensitive configuration data through files created with weak permissions. A local user on the CRM host could read usernames, passwords, and SNMP community strings. The issue is legacy and local-access dependent, but credential exposure can create broader network risk. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running Cisco Resource Manager 1.1 or earlier on systems where untrusted or broadly privileged local users exist. Prioritize if legacy Cisco Resource Manager remains in production or in network-management environments. The immediate business risk is credential leakage from a trusted management system, not a confirmed internet-facing exploit campaign. Mitigation focus: Identify any Cisco Resource Manager 1.1 or earlier installations.; Review Cisco's advisory for supported remediation or upgrade guidance.; Restrict local account access on CRM hosts until remediated..

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Jul 1, 2026, 09:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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