CVE-2007-5552: Integer Overflow
Published Oct 18, 2007
·Updated
Integer overflow in Cisco IOS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors. NOTE: as of 20071016, the only disclosure is a vague pre-advisory with no actionable information. However, since it is from a well-known researcher, it is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Cisco IOS
Event History
Oct 18, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5552?
CVE-2007-5552 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-5552?
To mitigate CVE-2007-5552, upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of Cisco IOS as per the vendor's recommendations.
3
What are the symptoms of exploitation for CVE-2007-5552?
Exploitation of CVE-2007-5552 may result in unexpected device behavior or service disruptions.
4
Which devices are affected by CVE-2007-5552?
CVE-2007-5552 affects devices running Cisco IOS software.
5
Can CVE-2007-5552 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-5552 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.