7.5
CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2002-1706

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

Cisco IOS software 11.3 through 12.2 running on Cisco uBR7200 and uBR7100 series Universal Broadband Routers allows remote attackers to modify Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification (DOCSIS) settings via a DOCSIS file without a Message Integrity Check (MIC) signature, which is approved by the router.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco IOS=11.3xa
Cisco IOS=12.0xr
Cisco IOS=11.3na
Cisco IOS=12.1t
Cisco IOS=12.2t
Cisco IOS=12.0t
Cisco IOS=12.1
Cisco IOS=12.1ec
Cisco IOS=12.1cx
Cisco IOS=12.0sc
Cisco IOS=12.2bc
Cisco IOS=11.3t
Cisco IOS=12.2xf
Cisco IOS=12.2
Cisco IOS=12.0
All of
Cisco IOS>=11.3<=12.2
Any of
Cisco Ubr7100
Cisco uBR7200

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1706?

    The severity of CVE-2002-1706 is classified as high due to the potential for remote attacks to modify critical DOCSIS settings.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1706?

    To fix CVE-2002-1706, update the Cisco IOS software to a version that addresses the vulnerability and eliminates the lack of Message Integrity Check.

  • What versions of Cisco IOS are affected by CVE-2002-1706?

    CVE-2002-1706 affects Cisco IOS versions 11.3 through 12.2, including several specific variants such as 11.3xa and 12.2t.

  • What devices are impacted by CVE-2002-1706?

    CVE-2002-1706 impacts Cisco uBR7200 and uBR7100 series Universal Broadband Routers.

  • Can CVE-2002-1706 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2002-1706 can be exploited remotely by attackers without any authentication, allowing unauthorized modification of DOCSIS settings.

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