CVE-2008-0537
First published: Thu Mar 27 2008(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in the Supervisor Engine 32 (Sup32), Supervisor Engine 720 (Sup720), and Route Switch Processor 720 (RSP720) for multiple Cisco products, when using Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) VPN and OSPF sham-link, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (blocked queue, device restart, or memory leak) via unknown vectors.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco 7600 Router | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6500-E | ||
| Cisco ME 6524 Ethernet Switch | ||
| Cisco Route Switch Processor | =rsp720 | |
| Cisco Supervisor Engine | =sup32 | |
| Cisco Supervisor Engine | =sup720 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/707/cisco-sa-20080326-queue.shtml
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-087B.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28463
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29559
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019716
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1005/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41466
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0537?
CVE-2008-0537 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0537?
To mitigate CVE-2008-0537, apply the relevant patches or updates provided by Cisco for affected devices.
What devices are affected by CVE-2008-0537?
CVE-2008-0537 affects multiple Cisco devices including the Supervisor Engine 32, Supervisor Engine 720, and Route Switch Processor 720 when using MPLS VPN and OSPF.
Can CVE-2008-0537 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-0537 can be exploited remotely by attackers causing a denial of service condition.
What is the impact of CVE-2008-0537 on network performance?
The impact of CVE-2008-0537 on network performance includes potential service interruptions and blocked traffic through affected routers.
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