CVE-2005-3482: Medium severity Cisco Aironet Ap1240 vulnerability

Published Nov 3, 2005
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Updated

Cisco 1200, 1131, and 1240 series Access Points, when operating in Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) mode and controlled by 2000 and 4400 series Airespace WLAN controllers running 3.1.59.24, allow remote attackers to send unencrypted traffic to a secure network using frames with the MAC address of an authenticated end host.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Cisco Aironet Ap1240
Cisco Aironet Ap1200
Cisco Aironet Ap1131

Event History

Nov 3, 2005
CVE Published
02:02 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2005-3482?

CVE-2005-3482 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that can allow attackers to send unencrypted traffic to secure networks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2005-3482?

To fix CVE-2005-3482, upgrade the affected devices to a software version that addresses the vulnerability according to Cisco's guidance.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2005-3482?

CVE-2005-3482 affects Cisco 1200, 1131, and 1240 series Access Points operating in LWAPP mode when controlled by specific Airespace WLAN controllers.

4

How does CVE-2005-3482 expose my network?

CVE-2005-3482 allows remote attackers to bypass security mechanisms by sending unencrypted data over the network.

5

When was CVE-2005-3482 disclosed?

CVE-2005-3482 was disclosed on November 2, 2005.

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