Security readout for executives and security teams
This flaw affects Cisco Catalyst 6800 Series switches and could let someone with local console access bypass Secure Boot checks. If abused, the device could run a Cisco-unsigned software image, undermining trust in the switch. The business risk is highest where attackers could physically or administratively reach console access. Exposure is limited to Cisco Catalyst 6800 Series switches with affected ROMMON software. Internet-facing exposure is not indicated. Practical risk depends on physical security, console access controls, maintenance workflows, and whether device images are tightly controlled. Treat this as a targeted infrastructure integrity risk, not a remote mass-exploitation issue. Prioritize environments where Catalyst 6800 switches support critical networks or where console access could be reached by contractors, shared facilities, or weakly controlled operations staff. Mitigation focus: Review Cisco’s advisory for affected releases and remediation guidance.; Restrict and monitor physical and console access to Catalyst 6800 devices.; Use only Cisco-signed software images from trusted sources..
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- 20180926 Cisco Catalyst 6800 Series Switches ROM Monitor Software Secure Boot Bypass VulnerabilityCVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_CISCO
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