7.8
CWE
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-3816

First published: Thu 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.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance 5500
Cisco PIX 506E=7.2\(4\)9
Cisco PIX 506E=7.2\(4\)10

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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.

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