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CVE-2013-5477

7.8 · HIGH

The T1/E1 driver-queue functionality in Cisco IOS 12.2 and 15.0 through 15.3, when an HDLC32 driver is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (interface queue wedge) via bursty…

Published Sep 27, 2013ciscoCWE-20EPSS 1.89%

Overview

CVE-2013-5477 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cisco ios. It was published on September 27, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The T1/E1 driver-queue functionality in Cisco IOS 12.2 and 15.0 through 15.3, when an HDLC32 driver is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (interface queue wedge) via bursty network traffic, aka Bug ID CSCub67465.

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-2013-5477?

CVE-2013-5477 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cisco ios. It was published on September 27, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-5477?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-5477?

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-2013-5477?

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