CVE-2008-4444: Input Validation
First published: Fri Jan 16 2009(Updated: )
Cisco Unified IP Phone (aka SIP phone) 7960G and 7940G with firmware P0S3-08-9-00 and possibly other versions before 8.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reboot) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a Realtime Transport Protocol (RTP) packet with malformed headers.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Unified IP Phone 7940G | ||
| Cisco Unified IP Phone 7960G Firmware |
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Reference Links
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4917
- http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/voice_ip_comm/cuipph/7960g_7940g/firmware/sip/8_10/english/release/notes/796040sip_810.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/500059/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33264
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/47948
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4444?
CVE-2008-4444 has been classified as a medium-severity vulnerability that can lead to denial of service and potential remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4444?
To fix CVE-2008-4444, update the firmware of Cisco Unified IP Phone 7960G and 7940G to at least version 8.10.
What devices are affected by CVE-2008-4444?
CVE-2008-4444 affects Cisco Unified IP Phone models 7940G and 7960G with specific firmware versions prior to 8.10.
Can CVE-2008-4444 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-4444 can be exploited by remote attackers via malformed Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP) packets.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-4444?
The impacts of CVE-2008-4444 include device reboot and potentially arbitrary code execution on the affected devices.
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