Tech-Insider VMware and Cisco Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Exploited Globally
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- •CVE-2026-59310 affects VMware vCenter, exploited in 47 nations.
- •CVE-2026-20349 targets Cisco ASA/FTD with a CVSS score of 8.6.
- •Both vulnerabilities are actively exploited and listed in CISA's KEV catalog.
Two significant zero-day vulnerabilities have emerged, affecting VMware vCenter and Cisco ASA/FTD systems. CVE-2026-59310, published on July 30, 2026, is actively exploited in 47 nations, with a proof-of-concept released on August 17, 2026. Meanwhile, CVE-2026-20349, disclosed on August 11, 2026, is also under active exploitation as confirmed by CISA on the same day. Both vulnerabilities have been added to the CISA KEV list, indicating their critical nature. The VMware vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, while the Cisco flaw has a CVSS score of 8.6, indicating high severity. Organizations using affected systems are urged to take immediate action to mitigate risks. The scope of impact is extensive, affecting numerous organizations globally.
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