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CISA Flags Exploited Cisco, Citrix, Fortinet Flaws Ahead of Federal Patch Deadline
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has sounded the alarm on three critical vulnerabilities in Cisco, Citrix, and Fortinet products, adding them to its list of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities - and federal agencies have just until September 12, 2026 to patch up. These flaws, including a severe CVE-2026-20079 with a CVSS score of 10.0, could leave systems exposed to serious threats if not addressed.
CISA Mandates Swift Patching of Exploited Flaws Within 3 Days
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is now requiring federal agencies to patch high-risk vulnerabilities within just three days to significantly reduce the threat of cyberattacks. This new directive aims to slash the time attackers have to exploit weaknesses, protecting the public sector from potential breaches.