CVE-2009-2861
First published: Thu Aug 27 2009(Updated: )
The Over-the-Air Provisioning (OTAP) functionality on Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Point 1100 and 1200 devices does not properly implement access-point association, which allows remote attackers to spoof a controller and cause a denial of service (service outage) via crafted remote radio management (RRM) packets, aka "SkyJack" or Bug ID CSCtb56664.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Aironet AP1100 | ||
| Cisco Aironet AP1200 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2419
- http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/viewAlert.x?alertId=18919
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36145
- http://www.airmagnet.com/news/press_releases/2009/08252009.php
- http://www.airmagnet.com/assets/AM_Technote_SkyJack_082509.pdf
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1022774
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2861?
CVE-2009-2861 has been assigned a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2861?
To mitigate CVE-2009-2861, it is recommended to upgrade affected Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Point firmware.
What devices are affected by CVE-2009-2861?
CVE-2009-2861 affects Cisco Aironet Lightweight Access Point 1100 and 1200 models.
What impact does CVE-2009-2861 have on devices?
CVE-2009-2861 allows remote attackers to spoof a controller, leading to service outages.
Is CVE-2009-2861 being actively exploited?
As of the latest reports, CVE-2009-2861 has the potential for exploitation, but specific active exploits may vary.
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