CVE-2007-4263: High severity Cisco IOS vulnerability

Published Aug 8, 2007
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the server side of the Secure Copy (SCP) implementation in Cisco 12.2-based IOS allows remote authenticated users to read, write or overwrite any file on the device's filesystem via unknown vectors.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Cisco IOS=12.2

Event History

Aug 8, 2007
CVE Published
11:17 PM
Aug 9, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-4263?

CVE-2007-4263 has a high severity level due to its potential to allow remote authenticated users to manipulate files on the device's filesystem.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-4263?

To remediate CVE-2007-4263, upgrade to a Cisco IOS version that addresses the vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2007-4263?

CVE-2007-4263 affects devices running Cisco IOS version 12.2.

4

What types of access does CVE-2007-4263 provide to attackers?

CVE-2007-4263 allows attackers to read, write, or overwrite any file on the device's filesystem.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2007-4263?

There is no documented workaround for CVE-2007-4263 other than upgrading the affected IOS version.

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