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CVE-2013-5553

7.8 · HIGH

Multiple memory leaks in Cisco IOS 15.1 before 15.1(4)M7 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption or device reload) by sending a crafted SIP message over (1) IPv4 or…

Published Nov 8, 2013ciscoCWE-399EPSS 1.90%

Overview

CVE-2013-5553 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cisco ios. It was published on November 8, 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

Multiple memory leaks in Cisco IOS 15.1 before 15.1(4)M7 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption or device reload) by sending a crafted SIP message over (1) IPv4 or (2) IPv6, aka Bug IDs CSCuc42558 and CSCug25383.

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-2013-5553?

CVE-2013-5553 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cisco ios. It was published on November 8, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-5553?

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-2013-5553?

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.

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