CVE-2012-5017: Input Validation
First published: Wed Apr 23 2014(Updated: )
Cisco IOS before 15.1(1)SY1 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (device reload) by establishing a VPN session and then sending malformed IKEv2 packets, aka Bug ID CSCub39268.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Puppet Cisco IOS | <=15.1\(1\)sy | |
| Puppet Cisco IOS | =15.1 | |
| Cisco ASR 1001 | ||
| Cisco ASR 1002 Fixed Router | ||
| Cisco ASR 1002-X | ||
| Cisco ASR 1002-X | ||
| Cisco ASR 1004 | ||
| Cisco ASR 1006 | ||
| Cisco ASR 1023 Router |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5017?
CVE-2012-5017 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote authenticated users to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5017?
To mitigate CVE-2012-5017, it is recommended to upgrade Cisco IOS to version 15.1(1)SY1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-5017?
CVE-2012-5017 affects remote authenticated users of Cisco IOS versions prior to 15.1(1)SY1.
What type of attack does CVE-2012-5017 facilitate?
CVE-2012-5017 facilitates a denial of service attack through malformed IKEv2 packets during VPN sessions.
What devices are impacted by CVE-2012-5017?
Devices such as Cisco ASR 1001, ASR 1002, ASR 1004, and ASR 1006 are among those impacted by CVE-2012-5017.
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