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CVE-2002-0792

First published: Fri Jul 26 2002(Updated: )

The web management interface for Cisco Content Service Switch (CSS) 11000 switches allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (soft reset) via (1) an HTTPS POST request, or (2) malformed XML data.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco WebNS=4.0_1.053s
Cisco WebNS=5.0_0.038s
Cisco WebNS=5.0_1.012s
Cisco WebNS=5.0_2.005s
Cisco WebNS=5.1_0.0.10
Cisco Content Services Switch 11000

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0792?

    CVE-2002-0792 is considered to have a medium severity due to its potential to cause a denial of service through remote exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0792?

    To mitigate CVE-2002-0792, you should update your Cisco Content Service Switch to the latest firmware that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What types of attacks are associated with CVE-2002-0792?

    CVE-2002-0792 is associated with denial of service attacks that can be triggered by specific HTTPS POST requests or malformed XML data.

  • Which Cisco products are affected by CVE-2002-0792?

    CVE-2002-0792 affects Cisco WebNS versions 4.0_1.053s, 5.0_0.038s, 5.0_1.012s, 5.0_2.005s, and 5.1_0.0.10 as well as the Cisco Content Services Switch 11000.

  • Is CVE-2002-0792 easily exploitable?

    Yes, CVE-2002-0792 can be exploited remotely, making it a significant threat if the affected systems are exposed to untrusted networks.

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