Cisco has confirmed that the previously identified vulnerability with code CVE-2023-20269 in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Cisco Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) solutions is being actively exploited. This vulnerability has been particularly leveraged for ransomware attacks. The vulnerability, CVE-2023-20269, was discovered last month and specifically targets the VPN functionality in Cisco’s ASA and FTD solutions. It allows unauthorized access […]
The security incident involving Cisco’s ASA and FTD solutions has taken a concerning turn as Cisco confirms active exploitation of the identified vulnerability, marked by the code CVE-2023-20269. Ransomware attacks have emerged as the primary method utilized by threat actors leveraging this vulnerability. Cisco had initially discovered the vulnerability last month, drawing attention to its potential implications.
The specific focus of vulnerability CVE-2023-20269 lies within the VPN functionality of Cisco’s widely used ASA and FTD solutions. By exploiting this weakness, attackers can gain unauthorized access […]
