CVE-2005-4258: High severity cisco Catalyst 2980g-a vulnerability
Unspecified Cisco Catalyst Switches allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) via an IP packet with the same source and destination IPs and ports, and with the SYN flag set (aka LanD). NOTE: the provenance of this issue is unknown; the details are obtained solely from the BID.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4258?
CVE-2005-4258 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can cause device crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4258?
To fix CVE-2005-4258, you should update the firmware of the affected Cisco Catalyst Switches to the latest available version.
Who is affected by CVE-2005-4258?
CVE-2005-4258 affects various models of Cisco Catalyst Switches, including Catalyst 4000, 5000, and 6000 series.
What are the symptoms of CVE-2005-4258 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2005-4258 may lead to a denial of service, resulting in crashes of the affected switch devices.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2005-4258?
Yes, CVE-2005-4258 is exploitable by sending specially crafted IP packets with matching source and destination IPs and ports with the SYN flag set.