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Cisco IOS XE Vulnerability Exploited for BADCANDY Web Shell Deployment

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

Hackers are actively exploiting a vulnerability in Cisco IOS XE to deploy the BADCANDY web shell. This exploitation is occurring in the wild, affecting systems running the vulnerable software. The BADCANDY web shell allows attackers to gain unauthorized access and control over compromised devices.

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