CVE-2014-2174: Cisco TelePresence T, TelePresence TE, and TelePresence TC before 7.1 do not properly implement access cont...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw affects older Cisco TelePresence T, TE, and TC software before version 7.1. The issue is broken access control that could let an attacker gain root privileges from the local network, or through unspecified physical-access vectors. Root access makes this a serious device compromise risk, but the source bundle does not show active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where Cisco TelePresence T, TE, or TC endpoints still run software earlier than 7.1. Risk is higher if untrusted users can reach the same local network segment or physically access the device. Treat this as a targeted infrastructure cleanup item with high impact if affected devices remain deployed. The business concern is full device compromise, but urgency depends on whether legacy TelePresence systems are still present and locally reachable. Mitigation focus: Identify any Cisco TelePresence T, TE, or TC software before 7.1.; Prioritize upgrade to version 7.1 or later, following Cisco advisory guidance.; Restrict local-network access to TelePresence management and device interfaces..

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Jun 13, 2026, 22:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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