CVE-2013-1243: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 18, 2013
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Updated

The IP stack in Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Software in ASA 5500-X IPS-SSP software and hardware modules before 7.1(5)E4, IPS 4500 sensors before 7.1(6)E4, and IPS 4300 sensors before 7.1(5)E4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (MainApp process hang) via malformed IPv4 packets, aka Bug ID CSCtx18596.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Cisco Asa 5500-x Series Ips Ssp Software=7.1
Cisco Intrusion Prevention System<=7.1
Cisco Asa 5585-x
Cisco IDSM-2
Cisco Ips 4345 Sensor
Cisco Ips 4360 Sensor
Cisco Ips 4510 Sensor
Cisco Ips 4520 Sensor
Cisco IPS NME

Event History

Jul 18, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1243?

CVE-2013-1243 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-1243?

To mitigate CVE-2013-1243, upgrade the affected Cisco Intrusion Prevention System software to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2013-1243?

CVE-2013-1243 affects Cisco ASA 5500-X, IPS 4500, and IPS 4300 series hardware and software modules prior to specified versions.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2013-1243 allow?

CVE-2013-1243 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by sending malformed IPv4 packets.

5

What products should be monitored for CVE-2013-1243?

Monitor Cisco ASA 5500-X series, IPS 4300/4500 sensors, and other Cisco IPS products for CVE-2013-1243 vulnerabilities.

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