CVE-2014-8007: Cisco Prime Infrastructure allows remote authenticated users to read device-discovery passwords by examinin...

Security readout for executives and security teams

A logged-in user of Cisco Prime Infrastructure could see passwords used for discovering network devices. Those passwords may let someone access or enumerate managed network assets, depending on reuse and privileges. This is not a public unauthenticated takeover, but it can turn an ordinary console account into a credential-exposure incident. Organizations running Cisco Prime Infrastructure with authenticated users who can access Quick Discovery options. Exposure is higher where shared admin accounts, broad read-only access, or weak segmentation allow more users into the management console. The bundle does not state affected versions. Treat as a credential-protection issue for network management systems. Prioritize if Cisco Prime Infrastructure is still deployed, internet-reachable through VPN, or accessible by many users. The urgency is lower than unauthenticated remote code execution, but exposed discovery passwords can create meaningful downstream risk. Mitigation focus: Review Cisco’s security notice for affected and fixed release guidance.; Restrict Cisco Prime Infrastructure access to trusted administrative users only.; Rotate device-discovery passwords if exposure is suspected..

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Jun 14, 2026, 05:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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