Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Cisco ASA and PIX issue where a remote attacker could bypass control-plane ACL protections on affected 8.0.x appliances. In business terms, controls intended to protect the firewall device itself may not work as expected. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, severity, or attack-vector detail. Likely limited to legacy Cisco ASA or PIX appliances running 8.0.x before 8.0(3)9. Exposure cannot be confirmed from product name alone; version and control-plane ACL use must be verified. Prioritize this if legacy Cisco ASA or PIX devices remain in production, especially where they protect critical networks. If no such devices exist, business urgency is low. Evidence gaps make asset validation the first decision point. Mitigation focus: Inventory Cisco ASA and PIX appliances and record exact software versions.; For 8.0.x before 8.0(3)9, consult Cisco advisory guidance immediately.; Upgrade affected appliances to 8.0(3)9 or later where supported..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- cisco-asa-pix-acl-weak-security(42841)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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