CVE-2008-3816: High severity cisco adaptive security appliance 5500 vulnerability

Published Oct 23, 2008

Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances (ASA) 5500 Series and PIX Security Appliances 7.2(4)9 and 7.2(4)10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a crafted IPv6 packet.

Affected Software

3 affected components

Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance 5500 Series

Cisco PIX security appliance=7.2\(4\)9

Cisco PIX security appliance=7.2\(4\)10

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/products_security_advisory09186a0080a183ba.shtml

Event History

Oct 23, 2008

CVE Published

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-3816?

The severity of CVE-2008-3816 is classified as high due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3816?

To fix CVE-2008-3816, upgrade your Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances or PIX Security Appliances to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

What devices are affected by CVE-2008-3816?

CVE-2008-3816 affects Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances 5500 Series and PIX Security Appliances versions 7.2(4)9 and 7.2(4)10.

What type of attack does CVE-2008-3816 involve?

CVE-2008-3816 involves a denial of service attack that can be initiated through a crafted IPv6 packet.

Can CVE-2008-3816 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-3816 can be exploited remotely by attackers to cause device reloads.