Improper Input Validation Vulnerability in Cisco Secure Workload
CVE-2026-20318

9.6CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Cisco

Vendor
CVE Published:
19 August 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists

What is CVE-2026-20318?

Cisco has identified vulnerabilities in its Secure Workload product linked to improper input validation, as part of a rigorous internal security review. This pivotal assessment led to the release of a software hardening update to bolster security measures and enhance product quality. The issues are categorized under the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE-20), emphasizing the need for stringent validation mechanisms in software systems. Organizations leveraging Cisco Secure Workload should prioritize implementing the recommended updates to mitigate potential risks associated with these vulnerabilities.

Affected Version(s)

Cisco Secure Workload 2.2.1.41

Cisco Secure Workload 3.2.1.18

Cisco Secure Workload 3.3.2.50

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.6
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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