7.8
CWE
399
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-4629

First published: Wed Sep 12 2012(Updated: )

The Cisco ASA-CX Context-Aware Security module before 9.0.2-103 for Adaptive Security Appliances (ASA) devices, and Prime Security Manager (aka PRSM) before 9.0.2-103, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (disk consumption and application hang) via unspecified IPv4 packets that trigger log entries, aka Bug ID CSCub70603.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance CX Context-Aware Security Software<=9.0
Cisco Prime Security Manager<=9.0
Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-4629?

    CVE-2012-4629 has a medium severity rating as it can lead to denial of service on affected devices.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-4629?

    To fix CVE-2012-4629, upgrade the Cisco ASA-CX Context-Aware Security module and Prime Security Manager to version 9.0.2-103 or later.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2012-4629?

    CVE-2012-4629 affects Cisco ASA devices running the ASA-CX Context-Aware Security module and Prime Security Manager before version 9.0.2-103.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2012-4629 facilitate?

    CVE-2012-4629 allows remote attackers to execute denial of service attacks by sending specific IPv4 packets.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-4629?

    There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2012-4629; the recommended solution is to update the vulnerable software.

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