As many as 2 million Cisco devices affected by actively exploited 0-day

The article reports that a critical vulnerability in Cisco devices, known as a "0-day" exploit, is actively being exploited. The vulnerability affects Cisco's Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) interfaces, which are used to manage and monitor network devices. According to the article, a search conducted by researchers has revealed that as many as 2 million Cisco devices with vulnerable SNMP interfaces are currently exposed to the internet. This means that these devices are at risk of being targeted and compromised by malicious actors who can exploit the vulnerability. The article notes that Cisco has not yet released a patch or fix for this vulnerability, leaving the affected devices vulnerable to potential attacks. The researchers have advised Cisco users to take immediate action to mitigate the risk, such as disabling or securing the SNMP interfaces on their devices. The article emphasizes the importance of maintaining updated and secure network infrastructure, as vulnerabilities like this can have widespread impact on businesses and organizations that rely on Cisco equipment.