CVE-2026-22911
Cisco Router Password Hash Exposure Vulnerability
Description
Firmware update files may expose password hashes for system accounts, which could allow a remote attacker to recover credentials and gain unauthorized access to the device.
INFO
Published Date :
Jan. 15, 2026, 1:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
Jan. 15, 2026, 1:16 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-22911
vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | a6863dd2-93fc-443d-bef1-79f0b5020988 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Restrict access to firmware update files.
- Implement secure credential storage.
- Apply vendor patches for firmware.
- Monitor system logs for access.
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jan. 15, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Firmware update files may expose password hashes for system accounts, which could allow a remote attacker to recover credentials and gain unauthorized access to the device. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-798 Added Reference https://sick.com/psirt Added Reference https://www.cisa.gov/resources-tools/resources/ics-recommended-practices Added Reference https://www.first.org/cvss/calculator/3.1 Added Reference https://www.sick.com/.well-known/csaf/white/2026/sca-2026-0001.json Added Reference https://www.sick.com/.well-known/csaf/white/2026/sca-2026-0001.pdf Added Reference https://www.sick.com/media/docs/9/19/719/special_information_sick_operating_guidelines_cybersecurity_by_sick_en_im0106719.pdf