CVE-2012-4659
First published: Mon Oct 29 2012(Updated: )
The AAA functionality in the IPv4 SSL VPN implementations on Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances (ASA) 5500 series devices, and the ASA Services Module (ASASM) in Cisco Catalyst 6500 series devices, with software 8.2 before 8.2(5.30) and 8.3 before 8.3(2.34) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a crafted authentication response, aka Bug ID CSCtz04566.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2 | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2\(1\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2\(2\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2\(3\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2\(3.9\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2\(4\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2\(4.1\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2\(4.4\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.2\(5\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.3\(1\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software | =8.3\(2\) | |
| Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance 5500 | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6500-E | ||
| cisco catalyst 6503-e firmware | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6504-E Firmware | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6506-E Firmware | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6509-E Firmware | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6509-NEB-A Firmware | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6509-V-E | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6513 | ||
| Cisco Catalyst 6513 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4659?
CVE-2012-4659 has been assigned a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service on affected Cisco devices.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4659?
To mitigate CVE-2012-4659, upgrade your Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance software to version 8.2(5.30) or later, and 8.3(2.34) or later.
What devices are affected by CVE-2012-4659?
CVE-2012-4659 affects the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance 5500 series and the ASA Services Module in the Cisco Catalyst 6500 series.
Can CVE-2012-4659 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-4659 can be exploited by remote attackers, potentially leading to a denial of service.
What versions of Cisco software are vulnerable to CVE-2012-4659?
All Cisco ASA software versions prior to 8.2(5.30) and 8.3(2.34) are vulnerable to CVE-2012-4659.
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