CVE-2007-0960: Unspecified vulnerability in Cisco PIX 500 and ASA 5500 Series Security Appliances 7.2.2, when configured t...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2007-0960 affects Cisco PIX 500 and ASA 5500 security appliances running 7.2.2 when LOCAL authentication is used. A remote authenticated user may gain higher privileges. The public record does not describe the vector, CVSS score, or affected configuration details beyond LOCAL authentication. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Cisco PIX 500 or ASA 5500 appliances on software 7.2.2 using LOCAL authentication. Organizations without those appliances, version, or authentication mode are not indicated as affected by the provided sources. Treat as high priority if legacy PIX/ASA appliances remain in production. The issue affects security infrastructure and could let an authenticated user gain unauthorized privileges, but current public evidence does not show active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Review Cisco’s 20070214 advisory for affected releases and vendor-recommended fixes.; Identify PIX/ASA 7.2.2 devices using LOCAL authentication.; Restrict management access to trusted networks and administrators..

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Jun 29, 2026, 07:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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