CVE-2017-6696: A vulnerability in the file system of Cisco Elastic Services Controllers could allow an authenticated, loca...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Cisco Elastic Services Controller can expose stored user credentials to someone who already has authenticated local access. This is not described as a remote internet attack, but it can turn a limited foothold into broader credential compromise. Exposure is most likely in environments running Cisco Elastic Services Controller, especially known affected release 2.3(2). Risk depends on who has local authenticated access to ESC hosts. Treat this as a controlled but important remediation item. It requires existing local access, but exposure of stored credentials can increase breach impact in environments where ESC manages critical network services. Mitigation focus: Inventory Cisco Elastic Services Controller deployments and identify any release 2.3(2) systems.; Review Cisco advisory cisco-sa-20170607-esc8 for vendor-confirmed upgrade or remediation guidance.; Restrict local access to ESC hosts to required administrators only..

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Jun 13, 2026, 04:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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