CVE-2011-2547: The web-based management interface on Cisco SA 500 series security appliances with software before 2.1.19 a...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects Cisco SA 500 series security appliances running software before 2.1.19. An authenticated remote user could abuse the web management interface to run arbitrary commands. That makes exposed management access the key business risk, especially for legacy perimeter devices. Exposure is most likely where Cisco SA 500 series appliances remain in service with software earlier than 2.1.19 and reachable web management access. Risk is lower if management is tightly restricted, but authenticated access is still required. Prioritize remediation if any SA 500 appliance is still deployed, especially at the network edge. Although the CVE is old and active exploitation is not evidenced in the bundle, authenticated command execution on a security appliance is a serious operational risk. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected Cisco SA 500 appliances to software 2.1.19 or later per Cisco guidance.; Restrict web management access to trusted administrative networks only.; Disable internet-facing management access where operationally possible..

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Jun 27, 2026, 18:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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