The old new thing: Cisco and retro tech are back and forming the AI buildouts backbone
Cisco is experiencing renewed relevance as its networking hardware, including routers and switches, becomes integral to AI infrastructure and data center connectivity. The company's shift to support ...cloud providers and invest in optical technologies has positioned it as a key player in the AI buildout, supplementing its core business growth.
Cisco (CSCO) Leans on Splunk to Broaden Its Share of Enterprise AI Spending. It Faces a Big Test
Cisco introduced the Cisco AI POD for Splunk, integrating Cisco infrastructure with Splunk's AI capabilities, allowing enterprises to self-host AI models. This integration aims to enhance AI infrastr...ucture management and security, expanding Cisco's role in AI spending beyond hardware sales. The company also partnered with AWS to develop Splunk-centered security products for AI-driven threats.
Cisco drops another exploited zero-day, this time a perfect 10
Cisco disclosed a critical zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2026-76460) in its Identity Services Engine (ISE) and ISE Passive Identity Connector (ISE-PIC), scoring a perfect 10 on the CVSS scale. The flaw... allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute commands with root privileges. Cisco urges immediate patching, as active exploitation is underway. Permanent fixes are available in specific ISE patches.
Cisco hit by max severity zero-day exploit targeting Identity Services Engine, so its time to patch up
Cisco has addressed a critical vulnerability (CVE-2026-76460) in its Identity Services Engine (ISE), which allowed unauthenticated API access. The flaw, actively exploited, necessitates immediate pat...ching as no workarounds exist. The US CISA has mandated federal agencies to patch or disable ISE by September 19, 2026. Cisco advises monitoring for suspicious activity and re-imaging compromised nodes.
Attackers use SQL injection emails to root Cisco gateways
Cisco has addressed a critical vulnerability, CVE-2026-76461, in its Secure Email Gateway, which allowed attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root. The flaw, rated 9.8 out of 10, was exploited ...through SQL injection in emails. Cisco has upgraded affected cloud devices to AsyncOS 16.5.0-780 and advised customers to update to fixed versions.
Cisco Email Gateways Fall to One Malicious Message: Root Access via SQL Injection Now in the Wild
Cisco disclosed a critical SQL injection vulnerability (CVE-2026-76461) in its Secure Email Gateway, allowing attackers to gain root access through a crafted email. The flaw affects AsyncOS versions ...16.5, 16.0, and 15.5 or earlier, with no workarounds available. Cisco urges immediate patching as the vulnerability is actively exploited, posing significant risks to organizations.
Cisco released emergency patches for a critical SQL injection vulnerability in its Secure Email Gateway appliance, which allowed attackers to gain root access by sending crafted emails. The flaw, tra...cked as CVE-2026-76461, affected both physical and virtual versions of the product. Cisco advises organizations to upgrade to the patched firmware and review logs for signs of compromise.
Cisco Secure Email Gateway flaw exploited for root access
Cisco has released updates for a critical vulnerability in its Secure Email Gateway, identified as CVE-2026-76461, which allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute root-level commands. The fl...aw affects the email parsing component of Cisco AsyncOS Software. Cisco strongly recommends upgrading to version 16.5.0-780 to mitigate the risk.
Cisco email security boxes can be rooted by... an email
Cisco has identified a critical vulnerability (CVE-2026-76461) in its Secure Email Gateway appliances, which attackers are exploiting to gain root access via malicious emails. The flaw affects both p...hysical and virtual appliances, and Cisco urges immediate patching as no workarounds exist. The company has released updates to fix the issue and is assisting affected customers with remediation.
Cisco Brings Splunk AI On-Premises With New NVIDIA-Accelerated AI POD
Cisco has launched the Cisco AI POD for Splunk, enabling on-premises Splunk AI capabilities through NVIDIA-accelerated computing. This integration supports AI workloads with Cisco infrastructure, NVI...DIA GPUs, and Kubernetes architecture. It enhances Splunk's AI capabilities, including agentic security operations and observability, while allowing customers to self-host AI models like Cisco Deep Time Series Model and OpenAI GPT-OSS 20B.
Cisco brings Splunk AI on premises, expands agent observability, monitors token costs
Cisco has expanded Splunk's AI capabilities to self-managed environments with the Cisco AI POD for Splunk, enabling on-premises AI deployment. New tools like Splunk Agent Observability and Tokenomics... help enterprises monitor AI agents, control token costs, and troubleshoot across applications and networks. These updates aim to enhance AI agent observability and efficiency for enterprise IT teams.
Cisco has released a patch for a critical vulnerability in its Secure Email Gateway (SEG), identified as CVE-2026-76461. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute commands with root privileges. Th...e vulnerability was discovered during a routine customer service interaction. Cisco advises users to apply the patch immediately to prevent potential exploits.
Cisco patches Secure Email Gateway zero-day exploited in attacks
Cisco patched a critical zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2026-76461) in its Secure Email Gateway, which was actively exploited by attackers. This flaw allowed remote execution of arbitrary commands with ...root privileges. Cisco advised customers to update their systems and provided indicators of compromise to aid in threat detection.
Cisco's New Splunk AI Package Targets Computing Inside the Customer's Walls
Cisco launched version 1.0 of Cisco AI POD for Splunk, enabling enterprises to run Splunk's AI capabilities within their own infrastructure using Red Hat OpenShift, Cisco compute infrastructure, and ...Nvidia GPU acceleration. This integration allows customers to deploy AI tools while maintaining control over their environment, positioning Cisco to meet growing infrastructure demand as AI workloads transition to production.
Cisco FMC bugs exploited by nation-state and ransomware actors (CVE-2026-20079, CVE-2026-20316)
Cisco's Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC) software is under active exploitation by state-sponsored and ransomware actors due to vulnerabilities CVE-2026-20079 and CVE-2026-20316. These vulnerab...ilities allow unauthorized access and control over devices. Cisco advises applying hotfixes and plans a comprehensive hardening release.
Cisco confirms CVE-2026-20079 Secure FMC flaw exploited in attacks
Cisco confirmed that the CVE-2026-20079 vulnerability in its Secure Firewall Management Center software is being actively exploited. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to execute commands wit...h root privileges. Cisco has released patches and advises customers to upgrade to the latest software to prevent future exploitation.
Cisco searched for IOS XR bugs and found so many it rolled them into an update release
Cisco identified multiple critical vulnerabilities in its IOS XR operating system, including a severe flaw in Nexus 9000 Series Switches. The company has released updated versions of IOS XR to addres...s these issues and recommends customers apply these updates for improved security.
Cisco expands AI infrastructure with Supermicro compute
Cisco has expanded its AI infrastructure by integrating Supermicro's high-density, rack-scale GPU systems with its networking solutions. This collaboration targets enterprise and sovereign cloud depl...oyments, supporting large AI workloads. The infrastructure will be available from October 2026, featuring Nvidia platforms and Cisco's networking technology to enhance AI training and inference capabilities.
Cisco has identified multiple high-risk vulnerabilities in its products, including Cisco Secure Endpoint Connector and Cisco Secure Firewall ASA Software. These vulnerabilities could lead to denial o...f service and information disclosure. CVE-2026-20349 is actively exploited. Cisco advises applying the issued fixes to mitigate risks.
Cisco warns of high-severity ClamAV flaws with public exploits
Cisco has identified two high-severity vulnerabilities in the ClamAV antivirus engine, affecting versions 1.5.0 through 1.5.3. These flaws, tracked as CVE-2026-20337 and CVE-2026-20338, could allow d...enial-of-service attacks. Cisco has released patches in version 1.5.4 and plans further updates for Secure Endpoint Connector across platforms.
Multiple vulnerabilities have been identified in Cisco products, including Cisco IOS and IOS XE, which could allow remote attackers to cause denial of service, data manipulation, and security restric...tion bypass. Cisco has issued advisories with fixes to address these security issues.
Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center Software Information Disclosure ...
Cisco has identified a high-risk vulnerability in its Secure Firewall Management Center Software, which could allow remote attackers to bypass security restrictions and access sensitive information. ...The vulnerability, CVE-2026-20316, is actively exploited, and Cisco advises applying available fixes to mitigate the risk.
Cisco has released the Antares AI models, including Antares-350M and Antares-1B, designed for vulnerability localization in code repositories. These models are compact, allowing local deployment to m...aintain security and control. They assist in identifying vulnerable files, enhancing security triage processes, and are particularly beneficial for compliance-heavy environments.
Cisco Foundation AI launched Antares, compact security models for vulnerability localization, shipping in two sizes: Antares-350M and Antares-1B. These models aim to map vulnerabilities to specific f...iles, enhancing security triage processes. The release includes VLoc Bench, a benchmark for testing vulnerability localization, emphasizing on-premise code analysis to maintain proprietary code privacy.
Cisco has launched Antares, two open-weight AI models designed for vulnerability localization. Antares-350M and Antares-1B, available on Hugging Face, help identify files likely containing known vuln...erabilities. These models are optimized for local or private deployment, offering a cost-effective and efficient solution for security engineers to expedite vulnerability triage processes.
How Cisco architected AI-driven assist and validated towards {industry ...
Cisco has transformed its customer support by integrating AI-driven, context-aware assistance across its product portfolio, reaching over 250,000 users. This unified experience layer operates across ...cloud environments, providing proactive guidance and seamless escalation. The system includes specialized AI agents that streamline workflows and enhance communication, resulting in faster resolution times and improved customer satisfaction.
Cisco Foundation AI Releases Antares: 350M and 1B Open-Weight Models ...
Cisco Foundation AI has released Antares, a family of security small language models designed for vulnerability localization. The models, Antares-350M and Antares-1B, are open-weight and available on... Hugging Face, offering a cost-effective solution for software security by connecting external vulnerability knowledge to internal source code.
Cisco launches Antares SLMs to localize code vulnerabilities
Cisco has launched Antares SLMs, including Antares-350M and Antares-1B, to enhance code vulnerability localization. These small language models are designed to help security teams identify potential ...vulnerabilities in codebases efficiently. Antares aims to offer lower operational costs and improved data control compared to traditional models, targeting users with tight security budgets.
Cisco releases Antares, open-weight small models for locating code vulnerabilities
Cisco has launched Antares, a series of small language models designed to locate security vulnerabilities in codebases. These models, available on Hugging Face, are part of Cisco's AI-driven security... initiatives and offer cost-effective, accurate vulnerability localization. Antares models outperform larger counterparts in accuracy and cost, enhancing AI integration in security operations.
Cisco Patches Another SD-WAN Zero-Day Exploited in Attacks
Cisco has patched a medium-severity zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2026-20262, affecting its Catalyst SD-WAN Manager. The flaw allows attackers with valid credentials to write arbitrary files, potential...ly escalating privileges. Cisco discovered the vulnerability internally and noted its exploitation in targeted attacks. The vulnerability has been added to CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Cisco Systems Advances AI Cloud Control & Quantum Security
Cisco advances its AI cloud control and quantum security capabilities, addressing enterprise needs for simplified infrastructure and robust cyber defense. Cisco Cloud Control unifies management acros...s hybrid environments, while quantum-safe security prepares customers for future cyber risks.
Cisco Live 2026 Fits Collaboration Into Cisco’s AI Platform Strategy
At Cisco Live 2026, Cisco showcased its AI-driven enterprise infrastructure strategy, emphasizing the integration of collaboration tools like Webex into its broader portfolio. The event highlighted C...isco's efforts to unify networking, security, and observability, positioning collaboration as a key component of its AI platform. Cisco's devices, such as the Board Pro G3, are integrated with AI capabilities, enhancing workplace intelligence and operational data management.
Cisco unveils new AgenticOps innovations to advance AI-driven IT operations
Cisco has unveiled new innovations in its AgenticOps model, enhancing AI-driven IT operations across networking, security, and observability. These enhancements include autonomous troubleshooting, co...ntinuous optimization, and proactive firewall recommendations, aimed at improving operational efficiency and compliance. The updates support diverse environments, including cloud and data centers, and leverage AI for intelligent execution and event correlation.
Cisco Live 2026 highlighted Cisco's vision for AI-driven IT operations, emphasizing the convergence of networking, security, observability, and automation. Key innovations include the AgenticOps visi...on, Cloud Control platform, and AI Canvas collaboration environment, aiming to unify operational intelligence and enhance decision-making. Cisco also focuses on AI security with AI Defense and AI-aware capabilities to address new attack surfaces.
Cisco Launches Cloud Control & AgenticOps at Cisco Live 2026: A New Era ...
Cisco unveiled its Cloud Control platform at Cisco Live 2026, integrating management across Meraki, Nexus, Intersight, Splunk, and collaboration tools. The platform offers a unified interface for AI-...driven infrastructure management and includes features like AI Canvas and Agent Builder. Cisco also introduced AgenticOps for autonomous IT issue resolution and Multicloud Fabric for secure cloud networking. The Silicon One G300 chip enhances network performance, while quantum-safe security measures are being implemented across Cisco's portfolio.
Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager CVE-2026-20245 Flaw Actively Exploited – No Patch Available
Cisco has identified a high-severity security flaw, CVE-2026-20245, in its Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, which is actively exploited. The vulnerability allows command injection attacks due to insufficient... input validation. Cisco has released patches for affected versions to mitigate the risk. Users are advised to upgrade their SD-WAN software to protect against potential exploits.
Cisco warns of unpatched SD-WAN zero-day exploited in attacks
Cisco has identified a high-severity zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2026-20245) in its Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, which is being actively exploited. This flaw allows attackers with netadmin privileges to ...escalate to root privileges. Cisco has not yet released a patch but advises upgrading to a version fixed for a related flaw.
Cisco's SD-WAN nightmare continues with fresh root access vulnerability
Cisco's Catalyst SD-WAN Manager has a new vulnerability, CVE-2026-20245, allowing attackers to gain root access by exploiting insufficient input validation. The flaw affects all deployment types and ...can be combined with previous vulnerabilities for unauthorized access. Cisco is advising customers to audit logs and preserve evidence, with a fix planned for a future release.
Cisco Warns of 7th SD-WAN Zero-Day Exploited in 2026
Cisco has disclosed a new zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2026-20245, affecting its Catalyst SD-WAN Manager. This flaw allows authenticated local attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root. The vuln...erability, due to insufficient input validation, has been exploited in the wild. Cisco plans to release patches in a future update as no workarounds are currently available.
Cisco Patches CVE-2026-20230 in Unified CM as Exploit Code Goes Public
Cisco has patched a critical vulnerability, CVE-2026-20230, in its Unified Communications Manager, which allowed unauthenticated attackers to write files and potentially escalate to root access. The ...flaw, a server-side request forgery, requires the WebDialer service to be active. Cisco has released patches for version 14 and interim solutions for version 15.
Cisco Warns of Available PoC for Critical Unified CM Vulnerability
Cisco released patches for a critical vulnerability in Unified Communications Manager, tracked as CVE-2026-20230, which could allow attackers to gain root privileges. The flaw affects devices with th...e WebDialer service enabled. Cisco also addressed two medium-severity vulnerabilities in Webex Meetings and Finesse, preventing potential XSS attacks.
Cisco Live 2026 Key Announcements: New AI Agentic Operating Systems
Cisco announced its new AI-driven platform, Cisco Cloud Control, at Cisco Live 2026. This unified platform integrates networking, security, and operations into a single environment, enhancing agentic... IT operations. Key features include AI Canvas for collaborative issue resolution, Cloud Control Studio for custom agent development, and ambient agents for proactive network management. Cisco emphasizes governance and accountability in AI operations, ensuring safe and effective infrastructure management.
Cisco Execs: New "Network Supercycle" as Agentic AI Workloads Reshape ...
Cisco highlights a "network supercycle" driven by agentic AI workloads, necessitating major upgrades in network infrastructure. These changes demand enhanced latency management, security, and distrib...uted compute placement. Cisco's AI stack, including Silicon One and Cisco Cloud Control, aims to support these needs, emphasizing the integration of AI with telecom networks for improved traffic management and security.
Cisco Live 2026: New Security Tools Target AI Threats
At Cisco Live 2026, Cisco introduced Cisco Cloud Control, a platform integrating networking, security, and collaboration tools to manage AI-driven operations. New security tools, including Live Prote...ct and Hybrid Mesh Firewall, enhance protection against AI threats by integrating with third-party platforms. These innovations aim to secure enterprise infrastructure at AI speed.
Cisco Advances 5% to Record Highs on AI Cybersecurity Push, Arista Climbs as Networking Trade Extends
Cisco unveiled Cloud Control and Live Protect AI platforms at its Cisco Live U.S. conference. Cloud Control integrates AI agents for IT management, while Live Protect offers automated cybersecurity d...efenses. These platforms aim to enhance infrastructure management and security. Cisco's AI push positions it competitively against dedicated cybersecurity vendors.
Cisco Live Protect cybersecurity software to combat AI-powered attacks
Cisco has launched Live Protect, a cybersecurity platform designed to combat AI-powered attacks by allowing professionals to deploy targeted shields against specific exploits without taking systems o...ffline. This solution provides interim protection on Cisco's networking hardware until more comprehensive patches are available, addressing vulnerabilities discovered by AI models like Anthropic's Mythos.
Cisco Unveils Agentic Platform for Operating and Defending Critical IT ...
Cisco has launched the Agentic Platform, a unified system for managing and defending critical IT infrastructure. The platform integrates AI and human operators, enhancing security and operational eff...iciency. Key features include Cisco Cloud Control, Live Protect, and Quantum Ready Assessments, which offer advanced security measures and quantum-safe communications. The platform supports integration with third-party tools, including AWS and Google Cloud.
Cisco Unveils Cloud Control Platform to Power Agentic AI Operations and ...
Cisco has launched the Cisco Cloud Control platform, integrating networking, security, compute, and collaboration technologies. This platform supports AI-driven operations and cybersecurity, offering... features like AI agents for infrastructure management and quantum-safe security measures. It integrates with major platforms like AWS and Microsoft, enhancing enterprise IT management and security.
Cisco brings agentic ops platform and security overhaul to Cisco Live
Cisco unveiled several new products and features at Cisco Live, including the Cisco Cloud Control platform, which unifies management across Meraki, Nexus, Intersight, Splunk, and Collaboration. Key a...nnouncements also include Agentic Actions for autonomous network operations and Cisco Multicloud Fabric for seamless cloud connectivity. These innovations aim to enhance network security and management efficiency.
Cisco Unveils Cloud Control, AI Canvas, Quantum Security Push At ...
Cisco unveiled new technologies at Cisco Live, including Cisco Cloud Control, AI Canvas, and Agent Studio, to enhance AI-driven infrastructure management and post-quantum security. Cisco Cloud Contro...l offers cross-domain telemetry and agentic operations, while AI Canvas facilitates collaboration between humans and AI agents. Cisco also introduced enhancements in post-quantum cryptography and resilient infrastructure services to prepare networks for future threats.
Cisco Patches CVSS 10.0 Secure Workload REST API Flaw Enabling Data Access
Cisco has released patches for a critical security flaw in its Secure Workload software, identified as CVE-2026-20223 with a CVSS score of 10.0. This vulnerability could allow unauthorized access to ...sensitive data via REST API endpoints. The issue affects both SaaS and on-premise deployments and has been fixed in specific software releases.
Cisco Patches Critical Vulnerability in Secure Workload
Cisco has patched a critical vulnerability in its Secure Workload software, which could allow attackers to gain Site Admin privileges through the REST API. The flaw, CVE-2026-20223, affects both SaaS... and on-prem deployments. Cisco also addressed medium-severity vulnerabilities in ThousandEyes and Nexus switches. Users are advised to update to Secure Workload versions 3.10.8.3 and 4.0.3.17.
Cisco has issued an advisory regarding a vulnerability (CVE-2026-20182) in its Catalyst SD-WAN appliances, which allows unauthorized access. The company recommends upgrading to patched software versi...ons and starting a Cisco support case for scanning. The vulnerability is being exploited by hacking group UAT-8616, posing significant risks to federal enterprises.
Cisco Patches Another SD-WAN Zero-Day, the Sixth Exploited in 2026
Cisco has released patches for a critical SD-WAN zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2026-20182, which allows remote attackers to gain admin privileges. This is the sixth SD-WAN flaw exploited in 2026. The v...ulnerability affects Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Controller and Manager, with active exploitation by the threat actor UAT-8616. Cisco's Talos group and Rapid7 have been involved in identifying and addressing the issue.
New Cisco DoS flaw requires manual reboot to revive devices
Cisco has released security updates to address a high-severity denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerability in its Crosswork Network Controller (CNC) and Network Services Orchestrator (NSO), identified as C...VE-2026-20188. This flaw, resulting from inadequate rate limiting, allows remote attackers to crash systems, requiring a manual reboot for recovery. Cisco advises upgrading to fixed software versions to mitigate the risk.
Cisco Debuts Model Provenance Kit to Audit Third-Party AI Models
Cisco has launched the Model Provenance Kit, an open-source tool to help enterprises audit third-party AI models before deployment. This Python-based command line interface enables users to trace mod...el origins and verify their characteristics, addressing supply chain risks in AI ecosystems. The kit aims to improve AI governance by providing a way to validate models using technical indicators rather than relying on developer claims.
Cisco Launches AI Provenance Tool for Security and Supply Chain Protection
Cisco has introduced an AI Provenance Tool designed to enhance security and protect supply chains. This tool aims to verify the authenticity and integrity of AI models, ensuring secure deployment and... operation in various environments.
Cisco nerds out: May the Fourth be with your AI assistant
Cisco has introduced Galaxy Mode for its AI Assistant, available until June 4, enhancing network management for Meraki and Thousand Eyes users. This release includes Star Wars-themed features and new... capabilities like Deep Reasoning for network security analysis and Agentic Workflows for automation. These updates aim to streamline network troubleshooting and management.
Cisco Introduces Model Provenance Kit to Strengthen AI Supply Chain ...
Cisco launched the open-source Model Provenance Kit to enhance AI supply chain security by verifying AI model origins and tracing their lineage. This tool helps organizations manage risks by providin...g a framework for understanding model dependencies and ensuring trust in AI systems. The kit includes a Model Provenance Constitution that defines legitimate derivation relationships, improving governance and accountability in AI deployments.
Cisco releases open-source toolkit for verifying AI model lineage
Cisco has released the Model Provenance Kit, an open-source Python toolkit designed to verify AI model lineage. This tool helps organizations confirm the origin of AI models by examining architecture... metadata and model weights. It addresses AI supply chain risks by providing a command-line interface for comparing models and identifying shared origins. The toolkit is available on GitHub and includes a fingerprint database for model verification.
Cisco has released the Model Provenance Kit, a Python toolkit and CLI for AI model provenance detection. It identifies if a machine learning model is derived from a known base model by comparing mult...i-signal fingerprints. Key features include pairwise comparison, database scanning, and deep-signal fingerprinting. The toolkit supports large models and offers multiple output formats for results.
Cisco bolsters security, AI support in latest SD-WAN release
Cisco has released SD-WAN 26.1.1, enhancing security and AI capabilities. The update includes features like centralized security policy management, improved TLS decryption, and AI traffic optimizatio...n. It supports AI application traffic management across cloud and hybrid environments, with Zero Trust enforcement for AI traffic. The release also improves the AI Assistant for troubleshooting and network performance monitoring.
AI transforms Cisco unified communications monitoring and analytics
Cisco has integrated AI into its unified communications monitoring and analytics, enhancing performance and insights for users. This development aims to improve operational efficiency and decision-ma...king capabilities by leveraging advanced AI technologies.
Cisco's Universal Quantum Switch and the rise of the quantum fabric
Cisco introduced its Universal Quantum Switch, a pivotal element in quantum networking. This switch preserves quantum information across multiple encoding modalities and operates at telecom wavelengt...hs. It supports distributed quantum computing, enabling smaller processors to function as a single logical machine. Cisco's approach leverages existing optical infrastructure, positioning it as a core player in quantum interconnects.
Cisco: The Switch that Quantum Networking has been waiting for
Cisco has unveiled the Cisco Universal Quantum Switch, a research prototype designed to connect quantum computers and sensors from different vendors into a unified network. This switch supports all m...ajor quantum encoding modalities, operates at room temperature, and uses standard telecom fiber, eliminating the need for cryogenic infrastructure. It addresses key challenges in quantum networking, including efficient interconnection, modality conversion, and resource pooling, making large-scale quantum networks viable.
Cisco's Firepower and Secure Firewall devices are vulnerable to the Firestarter malware, which persists even after updates and patches. This malware exploits specific vulnerabilities, allowing attack...ers to maintain access by embedding itself into core processes. Cisco advises reimaging devices and provides mitigations to address the threat.
Cisco Universal Quantum Switch Preserves Information With Less Than 4% ...
Cisco has introduced the Universal Quantum Switch, a prototype that routes quantum information with less than 4% degradation in fidelity. Operating at room temperature, it uses a patented conversion ...engine to enable interoperability between diverse quantum systems, solving a key challenge in quantum networking. This innovation supports scalable quantum networks, integrating with existing telecom infrastructure and reducing vendor lock-in.
Cisco Unveils 'Foundational' Universal Quantum Switch To ...
Cisco has unveiled its first universal quantum switch, a foundational innovation for building a scalable quantum internet. This switch addresses key challenges in quantum networking, such as informat...ion loss and qubit requirements, by routing quantum information with minimal degradation. Cisco's strategy involves creating a quantum network to connect multiple quantum computers, enabling distributed quantum computing. This development marks a significant step in quantum technology, opening new consulting and integration opportunities for partners.
Cisco has unveiled a prototype of a "universal quantum switch" designed to network quantum computers using various encoding modalities, preserving quantum entanglement. This innovation, developed in ...partnership with Qunnect, supports multiple modalities and operates at room temperature. It aims to enhance quantum computing capabilities by linking smaller quantum systems into larger networks, potentially revolutionizing fields like high-frequency trading.
Cisco Scales Out Quantum Systems With A Quantum Network Switch
Cisco has unveiled its Universal Quantum Switch, a prototype designed to connect quantum systems from different vendors, supporting multiple encoding modalities. This innovation aims to scale quantum... capabilities by linking various quantum computers into a single network, enhancing distributed quantum computing. The switch operates at room temperature, consumes minimal power, and preserves quantum states, facilitating seamless integration across diverse quantum technologies.
Cisco has unveiled the Universal Quantum Switch, a prototype aimed at enhancing interoperability in quantum networking. This switch enables the routing of entangled photons across diverse quantum sys...tems using standard telecom fiber at room temperature. It challenges vendor lock-in and infrastructure fragmentation, potentially transforming quantum networks from isolated systems to integrated, scalable solutions.
Cisco Introduces Universal Quantum Switch, Advancing the Path ...
Cisco has unveiled the Universal Quantum Switch, a pioneering device that connects quantum systems from different vendors using a patented conversion engine. This switch supports all major quantum en...coding modalities and operates at room temperature, eliminating the need for specialized cooling. It marks a significant step in Cisco's quantum networking program, enabling interoperability across diverse quantum systems.
Multiple vulnerabilities have been identified in Cisco products, including Cisco AsyncOS Software, Cisco Unity Connection, and Cisco Webex services. These vulnerabilities could allow remote attackers... to bypass security restrictions, disclose sensitive information, and execute cross-site scripting attacks. Cisco has issued advisories and fixes for these issues.
Cisco Wi-Fi boxes are filling their disks with 5MB of undeletable data every day
Cisco's advisory reveals that over 230 models of its Wi-Fi access points are affected by a flaw in IOS XE versions 17.12.4 to 17.12.6a, causing them to generate 5MB of undeletable data daily. This is...sue risks filling the devices' flash memory, potentially preventing software updates and causing bootloops. Cisco provides a procedure to identify and address the issue.
Cisco, Infleqtion target quantum breakthrough with new networking pact
Cisco and Infleqtion are collaborating on quantum networking research to connect and scale quantum computers and sensors into distributed systems, integrating Infleqtion’s neutral-atom quantum plat...forms with Cisco’s technology.
Infleqtion and Cisco Announce Collaboration to Advance Networked Quantum Technology
Cisco and Infleqtion have announced a collaboration to advance networked quantum technology. The partnership focuses on joint research and development to connect and scale quantum systems, leveraging... Infleqtion's neutral-atom quantum platforms and Cisco's networking stack. This initiative aims to create distributed quantum networks by integrating quantum computing and sensing with photonic channels.
AMD, Cisco and HUMAIN Expand Saudi Arabia's AI Infrastructure as AMD Instinct Systems Go Live
Cisco, AMD, and HUMAIN have launched a joint venture to expand AI infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration involves deploying AMD Instinct MI355X GPU-based systems integrated with Cisco's ne...tworking technology. This initiative aims to provide advanced AI capabilities, including GPU-as-a-service, and plans to expand to 1 GW of AI infrastructure by 2030.
AMD, Cisco and HUMAIN expand Saudi AI infrastructure as AMD Instinct systems go live
Cisco, AMD, and HUMAIN have launched an AI infrastructure in Saudi Arabia using AMD Instinct MI355X GPUs and Cisco's networking solutions. This collaboration aims to expand AI capabilities in the reg...ion, offering GPU-as-a-service for various applications. The joint venture plans to significantly increase AI infrastructure capacity by 2030, enhancing AI innovation and deployment across the Kingdom and globally.
Exclusive: Cisco expands Nvidia partnership for AI data center boom
Cisco and Supermicro are expanding their partnership to enhance AI data center infrastructure. They will integrate high-density, liquid- and air-cooled computing systems into Cisco's Secure AI Factor...y with Nvidia. This collaboration aims to offer pre-validated systems that simplify the deployment of massive GPU clusters, supporting Nvidia's next-generation platforms.
Cisco: How Responsible AI Is Changing the Way Organizations Assess Humanitarian Needs
Cisco and Kobo are collaborating to enhance KoboToolbox with AI features for humanitarian data collection. This partnership focuses on responsible AI to improve survey design and data processing in c...risis settings. The AI-assisted tools aim to expedite data collection while maintaining ethical standards, demonstrated in recent deployments in the Middle East and Mozambique.
Churchill Downs Taps Cisco to Drive Connectivity for Kentucky Derby
Cisco has entered a multi-year partnership with Churchill Downs Incorporated to enhance networking capabilities at Churchill Downs Racetrack. As the official networking partner for the Kentucky Derby..., Cisco will deploy its AI-ready secure networking platform to improve connectivity across CDI's properties. This upgrade aims to deliver high-speed, reliable connectivity for events, enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency.
Cisco goes to the races with new Churchill Downs multi-year partnership
Cisco has secured a multiyear partnership with Churchill Downs to upgrade the network infrastructure at its racing venues and casinos. The agreement designates Cisco as the Official Enterprise Networ...king Partner for the Kentucky Derby. The project will involve a network refresh of over 7,000 switches and the implementation of Cisco Catalyst Center for centralized management. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity for fans and streamline operations at Churchill Downs' facilities.
Cisco will upgrade Churchill Downs' network infrastructure, becoming its Official Enterprise Networking Partner. The project includes deploying over 7,000 switches and Cisco Catalyst Center for centr...alized management, enhancing digital experiences for Kentucky Derby visitors. This partnership highlights Cisco's strategic focus on high-performance networking solutions in the sports and entertainment sector.
Cisco Named Official Networking Partner for Kentucky Derby by Churchill ...
Cisco has partnered with Churchill Downs Incorporated to become the Official Networking Partner for the Kentucky Derby. This multi-year collaboration will see Cisco deploying AI-ready networking solu...tions across Churchill Downs Racetrack and CDI's venues, enhancing digital experiences for over 350,000 attendees. The partnership aims to modernize CDI's technology platforms, improving connectivity, security, and operational efficiency.
Cisco Acquires WideField Security for Identity Visibility
Cisco has acquired WideField Security to enhance identity visibility within its Splunk platform, addressing AI-driven security challenges. This acquisition is part of Cisco's broader strategy to inte...grate identity and session intelligence, following recent acquisitions of Galileo Technologies and Astrix Security.
Cisco To Acquire WideField Security To Advance Agentic AI Security
Cisco announced plans to acquire WideField Security to enhance its agentic AI security capabilities. WideField's technology will integrate into Splunk, improving Agentic SOC capabilities by normalizi...ng and correlating identity, session, and activity telemetry. This acquisition aims to bolster AI-driven security workflows and strengthen Cisco's Data Fabric, supporting safe AI operations at scale.
Cisco Bets On WideField Security Acquisition To Tackle Agentic AI ...
Cisco plans to acquire WideField Security to enhance its agentic AI security capabilities by integrating WideField's technology into its Splunk SOC offering. This acquisition aims to improve identity... telemetry and AI-driven security workflows, addressing security risks associated with AI agents and non-human identities.
Cisco has agreed to acquire WideField Security to enhance its Splunk agentic SOC capabilities by integrating WideField's identity lifecycle security technology. This acquisition aims to improve threa...t investigations by providing better visibility into credentials and active sessions.
Cisco to Acquire WideField Security to Boost Splunk's Agentic SOC
Cisco announced its acquisition of WideField Security to enhance Splunk's Agentic SOC capabilities. WideField's technology will integrate into Cisco's data fabric, improving identity and session inte...lligence for threat investigations. This acquisition aims to provide security teams with better context for both human and AI-driven activities, enabling secure autonomous AI system operations at scale.
Cisco Announces Intent to Acquire Widefield Security
Cisco announced its intent to acquire Widefield Security, a cybersecurity company, to bolster its security capabilities for AI-driven workloads. This move aims to address emerging security challenges... as enterprises integrate AI into core operations. The acquisition underscores Cisco's strategy to enhance visibility and control over AI systems, aligning with industry trends towards specialized AI security solutions.
Cisco plans to acquire Astrix Security to enhance its AI agent security capabilities. Astrix's platform specializes in securing AI agents and non-human identities, which will be integrated into Cisco...'s Identity Intelligence and Secure Access portfolios. This acquisition aims to improve visibility, governance, and threat response for AI agents, addressing a critical gap in security models.
Cisco Intends to Acquire Galileo to Make AI Adoption Trustworthy and ...
Cisco plans to acquire Galileo to enhance AI adoption with improved trust and observability. This move aligns with Cisco's strategy to strengthen its AI infrastructure and governance capabilities.
Cisco To Acquire Galileo To Extend With AI Agent Observability
Cisco announced its intent to acquire Galileo Technologies to enhance Splunk's AI agent observability capabilities. This acquisition aims to integrate real-time AI agent monitoring with Splunk's exis...ting infrastructure, security, and agent behavior telemetry. The deal is expected to close in Q4 of Cisco's fiscal year 2026, positioning Cisco to compete with observability leaders like Datadog and Dynatrace.
Cisco Astrix Acquisition Reaches $350M for AI Grid Security
Cisco is advancing its acquisition of Astrix for $350 million to enhance AI cybersecurity for smart grids and battery storage. Astrix's AI-based threat detection will be integrated into Cisco's energ...y products, focusing on protecting virtual power plants and mitigating cyber threats in renewables. This acquisition aligns with Cisco's strategy to bolster its secure networking capabilities and expand its presence in the energy cybersecurity market.
Cisco in talks to acquire AI security startup Astrix
Cisco is in advanced talks to acquire Astrix Security, an Israeli cybersecurity startup specializing in non-human identity security, for $250 million to $350 million. Astrix, founded in 2021, has not...able customers like Figma and Workday and is recognized for its deep cybersecurity expertise. This acquisition reflects Cisco's interest in AI security as enterprises increasingly use AI tools.
Cisco Bets on Reliable AI with Galileo Acquisition -
Cisco plans to acquire Galileo Technologies to enhance its Splunk Observability portfolio. Galileo specializes in AI observability, providing real-time monitoring and guardrails for AI systems. This ...acquisition aims to boost Cisco's AI Agent Monitoring capabilities, offering comprehensive insights across the AI development lifecycle. The deal is expected to close in Q4 of Cisco's fiscal year 2026.
Cisco reported a record third-quarter revenue of $15.8 billion, marking a 12% increase year-over-year. The company also achieved a GAAP EPS of $0.85, up 37%, and a non-GAAP EPS of $1.06, up 10%. Cisc...o's strong performance is attributed to high demand for its networking products and AI infrastructure, with significant growth in product orders and raised revenue expectations for FY26.
Awards, Recognitions, and Industry Achievements of Cisco Systems, Inc.
Frost & Sullivan: Cisco Receives the 2026 Global Enterprise Desktop Phone Company of the Year Recognition for Outstanding Enterprise Communications Innovation
Cisco received the 2026 Global Enterprise Desktop Phone Company of the Year recognition from Frost & Sullivan for its innovation in enterprise communications. The award highlights Cisco's leadership ...in product innovation, customer experience, and technology integration, particularly in AI and secure communications. Cisco's unified platform strategy simplifies enterprise communications, enhancing operational efficiency and user productivity.
Cisco is reinstating its compute deal registration effective April 15, reversing a previous decision that faced backlash from partners. This move aims to regain market share and partner loyalty after... competitors gained ground due to the elimination of the program in February. The reinstatement is seen as a strategic correction to support partners and enhance Cisco's competitive position in the compute market.
