CVE-2008-5871: Medium severity Nortel Multimedia Communication Server 5100 vulnerability

Published Jan 8, 2009
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Updated

Nortel Multimedia Communication Server (MSC) 5100 3.0.13 does not verify credentials during call placement, which allows remote attackers to spoof and redirect VoIP calls, possibly related to the snoop command.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Nortel Multimedia Communication Server 5100=3.0.13

Event History

Jan 8, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:13 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:13 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-5871?

CVE-2008-5871 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the risk of remote attackers spoofing and redirecting VoIP calls.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-5871?

To fix CVE-2008-5871, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of the Nortel Multimedia Communication Server that includes the necessary security patches.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2008-5871?

CVE-2008-5871 affects Nortel Multimedia Communication Server (MSC) 5100 version 3.0.13.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-5871?

CVE-2008-5871 is a credential verification vulnerability that can lead to call spoofing and redirection.

5

What can attackers do by exploiting CVE-2008-5871?

By exploiting CVE-2008-5871, attackers can remotely spoof and redirect VoIP calls, causing potential service disruption or fraud.

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