CVE-2003-0216: Critical severity cisco catos vulnerability
Published Apr 26, 2003
·Updated
Unknown vulnerability in Cisco Catalyst 7.5(1) allows local users to bypass authentication and gain access to the enable mode without a password.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Cisco CatOS=7.5\(1\)
Event History
Apr 26, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
May 12, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0216?
CVE-2003-0216 is a critical vulnerability as it allows local users to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-0216?
To fix CVE-2003-0216, upgrade your Cisco Catalyst running CatOS version 7.5(1) to a patched release provided by Cisco.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2003-0216?
Local users of Cisco Catalyst devices running CatOS version 7.5(1) are affected by CVE-2003-0216.
4
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2003-0216?
CVE-2003-0216 can lead to unauthorized access to the enable mode on affected Cisco devices, compromising network security.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2003-0216?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2003-0216, so upgrading to a secure version is recommended.