CVE-2008-3811: Input Validation
First published: Fri Sep 26 2008(Updated: )
Cisco IOS 12.2 and 12.4, when NAT Skinny Call Control Protocol (SCCP) Fragmentation Support is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via segmented SCCP messages, aka Cisco Bug ID CSCsi17020, a different vulnerability than CVE-2008-3810.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco IOS | =12.4t | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xj | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xl | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xm | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4mr | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xt | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xf | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xg | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xv | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xw | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xp | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xk | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4sw | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xn | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xe | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4md | |
| Cisco IOS | =12.4xc |
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Reference Links
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080a0148e.shtml
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31990
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31359
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2670
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020937
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45535
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5900
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3811?
CVE-2008-3811 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service by forcing device reload.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3811?
To fix CVE-2008-3811, disable NAT Skinny Call Control Protocol (SCCP) Fragmentation Support on affected Cisco IOS versions.
Which Cisco IOS versions are affected by CVE-2008-3811?
CVE-2008-3811 affects multiple versions of Cisco IOS including 12.4t, 12.4xj, 12.4xl, and others.
Can CVE-2008-3811 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-3811 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending segmented SCCP messages.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-3811?
The primary workaround for CVE-2008-3811 is to disable the specific SCCP fragmentation feature on the device.
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