CVE-2026-20133
Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor Vulnerability - [Actively Exploited]
Description
A vulnerability in Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to view sensitive information on an affected system. This vulnerability is due to insufficient file system restrictions. An authenticated attacker with netadmin privileges could exploit this vulnerability by accessing the vshell of an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read sensitive information on the underlying operating system.
INFO
Published Date :
Feb. 25, 2026, 5:25 p.m.
Last Modified :
April 22, 2026, 4:56 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CISA KEV (Known Exploited Vulnerabilities)
For the benefit of the cybersecurity community and network defenders—and to help every organization better manage vulnerabilities and keep pace with threat activity—CISA maintains the authoritative source of vulnerabilities that have been exploited in the wild.
Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager contains an exposure of sensitive information to an unauthorized actor vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to view sensitive information on affected systems.
Please adhere to CISA’s guidelines to assess exposure and mitigate risks associated with Cisco SD-WAN devices as outlines in CISA’s Emergency Directive 26-03 (URL listed below in Notes) and CISA’s “Hunt & Hardening Guidance for Cisco SD-WAN Devices (URL listed below in Notes). Adhere to the applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are not available.
Unknown
CISA Mitigation Instructions: https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/ed-26-03-mitigate-vulnerabilities-cisco-sd-wan-systems ; https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/directives/supplemental-direction-ed-26-03-hunt-and-hardening-guidance-cisco-sd-wan-systems ; https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-sdwan-authbp-qwCX8D4v ; https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-20133
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update the affected system to the latest version.
- Implement strict file system access controls.
- Review API access logs for suspicious activity.
Public PoC/Exploit Available at Github
CVE-2026-20133 has a 1 public
PoC/Exploit available at Github.
Go to the Public Exploits tab to see the list.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-20133.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-sdwan-authbp-qwCX8D4v | Vendor Advisory |
| https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2026-20133 | US Government Resource |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
While CVE identifies
specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-20133 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification
(CAPEC)
stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-20133
weaknesses.
We scan GitHub repositories to detect new proof-of-concept exploits. Following list is a collection of public exploits and proof-of-concepts, which have been published on GitHub (sorted by the most recently updated).
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Python
Results are limited to the first 15 repositories due to potential performance issues.
The following list is the news that have been mention
CVE-2026-20133 vulnerability anywhere in the article.
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Daily CyberSecurity
In the Wild: Information Disclosure (CVE-2026-20133) Exploited in Cisco SD-WAN Manager
The networking giant Cisco has issued an urgent warning to enterprise administrators. In April 2026, the Cisco Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) confirmed they are aware of active exploi ... Read more
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The Register
More Cisco SD-WAN bugs battered in attacks
America's lead cyber-defense agency has warned that three Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager bugs are under attack, and given federal agencies just four days to patch the security holes. The US Cybersecuri ... Read more
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TheCyberThrone
CISA Adds Eight Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities to KEV Catalog
CISA expanded its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog on April 20, 2026, adding eight security flaws spanning enterprise print management, CI/CD platforms, CMS infrastructure, appliance mana ... Read more
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CybersecurityNews
CISA Warns of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager Vulnerabilities Exploited in Attacks
CISA has added three critical Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, urging federal agencies and organizations to act immediately. All thre ... Read more
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Daily CyberSecurity
MOVEit WAF Critical Alert: Multi-Level RCE and WAF Bypass Vulnerabilities Disclosed
Progress Software has released a critical security bulletin for April 2026, revealing five high-impact vulnerabilities affecting MOVEit WAF and related Application Delivery Controller (ADC) products. ... Read more
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Help Net Security
CISA flags another Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager bug as exploited (CVE-2026-20133)
CISA added eight new vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, including a Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager vulnerability (CVE-2026-20133) that Cisco has yet to flag as exploi ... Read more
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Daily CyberSecurity
Nexcorium Botnet Turns Unpatched DVRs into DDoS Foot Soldiers
Security researchers at FortiGuard Labs have uncovered a sophisticated campaign deploying Nexcorium, a multi-architecture Mirai variant that turns unpatched digital video recorders (DVRs) into foot so ... Read more
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The Cyber Express
CISA Adds 8 Exploited Vulnerabilities Affecting Cisco, Zimbra, TeamCity
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have expanded its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities, commonly referred to as the KEV catalog, with eight newly identified security flaws that ... Read more
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The Hacker News
CISA Adds 8 Exploited Flaws to KEV, Sets April-May 2026 Federal Deadlines
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Monday added eight new vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, including three flaws impacting Cisco C ... Read more
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Daily CyberSecurity
CISA Warns of Active Exploitation in Cisco, PaperCut, and Zimbra
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has expanded its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, adding eight high-impact flaws. The update comes following confirmed evidenc ... Read more
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Daily CyberSecurity
Progress Kemp LoadMaster Alert: Multiple RCE and WAF Bypass Flaws Patched
The Progress Kemp LoadMaster team has confirmed a significant security event involving five high-severity vulnerabilities affecting its application delivery controllers. These flaws, which impact both ... Read more
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Daily CyberSecurity
ASUSTOR Issues Critical Patch: Command Injection Vulnerability Threatens ADM Users
ASUSTOR has issued an urgent security advisory regarding a high-severity command injection vulnerability impacting its ASUSTOR Data Master (ADM) operating system. Identified as CVE-2026-6644, this fla ... Read more
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Daily CyberSecurity
ZionSiphon: The “Defanged” Malware Aiming for the Water Supply
A new and highly specialized malware threat has emerged in the industrial cybersecurity landscape, signaling a targeted effort to disrupt critical infrastructure. Security researchers from Darktrace r ... Read more
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The Hacker News
Cisco Confirms Active Exploitation of Two Catalyst SD-WAN Manager Vulnerabilities
Cisco has disclosed that two more vulnerabilities affecting Catalyst SD-WAN Manager (formerly SD-WAN vManage) have come under active exploitation in the wild. The vulnerabilities in question are liste ... Read more
The following table lists the changes that have been made to the
CVE-2026-20133 vulnerability over time.
Vulnerability history details can be useful for understanding the evolution of a vulnerability, and for identifying the most recent changes that may impact the vulnerability's severity, exploitability, or other characteristics.
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Modified Analysis by [email protected]
Apr. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value -
CVE Modified by [email protected]
Apr. 22, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Changed Description A vulnerability in Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to view sensitive information on an affected system. This vulnerability is due to insufficient file system access restrictions. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing the API of an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read sensitive information on the underlying operating system. A vulnerability in Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Software could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to view sensitive information on an affected system. This vulnerability is due to insufficient file system restrictions. An authenticated attacker with netadmin privileges could exploit this vulnerability by accessing the vshell of an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read sensitive information on the underlying operating system. -
Modified Analysis by [email protected]
Apr. 21, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Changed CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 20.9.8.2 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.11 up to (excluding) 20.12.5.3 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.13 up to (excluding) 20.15.4.2 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.16 up to (excluding) 20.18.2.1 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:20.12.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:* OR *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 20.9.8.2 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.13 up to (excluding) 20.15.4.2 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.16 up to (excluding) 20.18.2.1 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:20.12.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:* *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.10 up to (excluding) 20.12.5.3 Added Reference Type CISA-ADP: https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2026-20133 Types: US Government Resource -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Apr. 20, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference https://www.cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2026-20133 -
Initial Analysis by [email protected]
Mar. 04, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CPE Configuration OR *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions up to (excluding) 20.9.8.2 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.11 up to (excluding) 20.12.5.3 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.13 up to (excluding) 20.15.4.2 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* versions from (including) 20.16 up to (excluding) 20.18.2.1 *cpe:2.3:a:cisco:catalyst_sd-wan_manager:20.12.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:* Added Reference Type Cisco Systems, Inc.: https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-sdwan-authbp-qwCX8D4v Types: Vendor Advisory -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Feb. 25, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description A vulnerability in Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager could allow an unauthenticated, remote attacker to view sensitive information on an affected system. This vulnerability is due to insufficient file system access restrictions. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by accessing the API of an affected system. A successful exploit could allow the attacker to read sensitive information on the underlying operating system. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-200 Added Reference https://sec.cloudapps.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-sdwan-authbp-qwCX8D4v