CVE-2008-2739
First published: Fri Sep 26 2008(Updated: )
The SERVICE.DNS signature engine in the Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) in Cisco IOS 12.3 and 12.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash or hang) via network traffic that triggers unspecified IPS signatures, a different vulnerability than CVE-2008-1447.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco IOS | =12.3xr | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3ya | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3xs | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xj | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xt | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3t | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xf | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xv | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3yd | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3xl | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3yk | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3yt | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xk | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3yg | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xa | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3za | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xe | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3xq | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3ys | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3yh | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3xx | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xc | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.3yi |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2739?
CVE-2008-2739 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can result in device crashes or hangs.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2739?
To fix CVE-2008-2739, upgrade to a non-vulnerable version of Cisco IOS as specified in Cisco's advisory.
What versions of Cisco IOS are affected by CVE-2008-2739?
CVE-2008-2739 affects several versions of Cisco IOS, including 12.3 and 12.4 versions as detailed in the advisory.
Can CVE-2008-2739 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-2739 can be exploited remotely through specific network traffic targeting the IPS signature engine.
What impact does CVE-2008-2739 have on network security?
CVE-2008-2739 can allow attackers to disrupt network services, making devices vulnerable to denial of service conditions.
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