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CVE-2013-1241

6.3 · MEDIUM

The ISM module in Cisco IOS on ISR G2 routers does not properly handle authentication-header packets, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (module reload) via a seri…

Published May 8, 2013ciscoCWE-287EPSS 1.46%

Overview

CVE-2013-1241 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting cisco ios. It was published on May 8, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.3 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

The ISM module in Cisco IOS on ISR G2 routers does not properly handle authentication-header packets, which allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (module reload) via a series of malformed packets, aka Bug ID CSCub92025.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update ios to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-1241?

CVE-2013-1241 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting cisco ios. It was published on May 8, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.3 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2013-1241?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.3, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-1241?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update ios to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2013-1241?

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