CVE-2018-0193: Multiple vulnerabilities in the CLI parser of Cisco IOS XE Software could allow an authenticated, local att...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This Cisco IOS XE issue lets someone who already has local authenticated CLI access break out of the network-device command interface and reach the underlying Linux shell as root. That can turn a limited device login into full device control, but the provided sources do not identify affected release ranges or fixed versions. Exposure is most likely on Cisco IOS XE devices where local authenticated users can access the CLI. The source bundle names Cisco IOS XE broadly, but does not provide specific vulnerable versions, platforms, or configurations, so organizations must confirm against Cisco's advisory and their device inventory. Prioritize if IOS XE devices are administered by many users, shared accounts, contractors, or lower-trust operations teams. The impact is full root-level control of a network device, but urgency depends on whether exposed devices match Cisco's affected guidance. Mitigation focus: Check Cisco's advisory for affected releases and fixed software guidance.; Restrict CLI access to trusted administrators only.; Review local accounts, privilege levels, and shared credentials..

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Jun 7, 2026, 14:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.