CVE-2015-0660: Cisco Virtual TelePresence Server Software does not properly restrict use of the serial port, which allows...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects Cisco Virtual TelePresence Server Software. A person with local access and vSphere controller administrative privileges could abuse serial console access to run operating-system commands as root. The impact is serious, but the provided sources do not show remote unauthenticated exposure or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running Cisco Virtual TelePresence Server Software in vSphere-managed environments. Risk depends on who has vSphere controller administrative privileges and whether serial console access is reachable or monitored. Treat this as a targeted administrative-access risk, not a broad internet emergency. Prioritize confirmation if legacy Cisco TelePresence infrastructure remains in use or if many administrators can access the vSphere controller. Mitigation focus: Review Cisco’s advisory for affected releases and official remediation.; Limit vSphere controller administrative privileges to essential administrators only.; Restrict and monitor serial console access to the virtual appliance..

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Jun 13, 2026, 22:56 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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