First published: Fri Jul 14 2006(Updated: )
The device driver for Intel-based gigabit network adapters in Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) 5.1(1) through 5.1(p1), as installed on various Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 42xx appliances, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic and possibly network outage) via a crafted IP packet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
Cisco IPS Sensor Software | =5.1\(1\) | |
Cisco IPS Sensor Software | =5.1\(1a\) | |
Cisco IPS Sensor Software | =5.1\(1b\) | |
Cisco IPS Sensor Software | =5.1\(1c\) | |
Cisco IPS Sensor Software | =5.1\(1d\) | |
Cisco IPS Sensor Software | =5.1\(1e\) | |
Cisco IPS Sensor Software | =5.1\(p1\) |
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CVE-2006-3596 has a high severity level due to its potential to cause a kernel panic and network outage.
To remediate CVE-2006-3596, upgrade the Cisco IPS Sensor Software to a version that is not affected, specifically 5.1(1p1) or later.
CVE-2006-3596 affects Cisco Intrusion Prevention System appliances running versions 5.1(1) through 5.1(1e) and 5.1(1p1).
CVE-2006-3596 is a denial of service vulnerability allowing attackers to crash the kernel.
Yes, CVE-2006-3596 can be exploited by remote attackers, potentially leading to significant disruptions.