Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2012-4638

First published: Wed Apr 23 2014(Updated: )

Cisco IOS before 15.1(1)SY allows local users to cause a denial of service (device reload) by establishing an outbound SSH session, aka Bug ID CSCto00318.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco IOS=15.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-4638?

    CVE-2012-4638 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service by device reloads.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-4638?

    To fix CVE-2012-4638, upgrade the Cisco IOS to version 15.1(1)SY or later.

  • What types of devices are affected by CVE-2012-4638?

    CVE-2012-4638 affects devices running Cisco IOS version 15.1 and earlier.

  • Is CVE-2012-4638 a remote or local vulnerability?

    CVE-2012-4638 is considered a local vulnerability as it requires local user access to exploit.

  • Can CVE-2012-4638 impact network performance?

    Yes, CVE-2012-4638 can significantly impact network performance by causing device reloads and interruptions.

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