CVE-2006-3291: The web interface on Cisco IOS 12.3(8)JA and 12.3(8)JA1, as used on the Cisco Wireless Access Point and Wir...

Security readout for executives and security teams

A specific Cisco wireless access point and bridge web-management setting could wipe security and password configuration, leaving the device remotely accessible. The business risk is unauthorized control of legacy wireless infrastructure, especially where management interfaces are reachable beyond trusted admin networks. Exposure appears limited to legacy Cisco Wireless Access Point and Wireless Bridge deployments running IOS 12.3(8)JA or 12.3(8)JA1, particularly where the web interface is enabled and reachable. The provided bundle does not identify broader affected products. Treat this as a high-priority legacy infrastructure risk if affected Cisco wireless devices remain in service. Prioritize inventory, management-interface isolation, and vendor-guided remediation before routine operational changes to these devices. Mitigation focus: Inventory Cisco wireless AP and bridge devices for IOS 12.3(8)JA or 12.3(8)JA1.; Review Cisco advisory 20060628 for vendor-confirmed fixed software or workarounds.; Restrict web-management access to trusted administrative networks only..

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:51 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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