CVE-2013-2779: Input Validation

Published Apr 11, 2013
·
Updated

Cisco IOS XE 3.4 before 3.4.5S, and 3.5 through 3.7 before 3.7.1S, on 1000 series Aggregation Services Routers (ASR) does not properly implement the Cisco Multicast Leaf Recycle Elimination (MLRE) feature, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (card reload) via fragmented IPv6 MVPN (aka MVPNv6) packets, aka Bug ID CSCub34945, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1164.

Affected Software

23 affected components
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.0as
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.3s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.4s
Cisco IOS XE=3.4.xs
Cisco IOS XE=3.5.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.5.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.5.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.5.xs
Cisco IOS XE=3.6.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.6.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.6.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.7.0s
Cisco Asr 1001
Cisco Asr 1002
Cisco Asr 1002-x
Cisco Asr 1002 Fixed Router
Cisco Asr 1004
Cisco Asr 1006
Cisco Asr 1013
Cisco Asr 1023 Router

Event History

Apr 11, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-2779?

CVE-2013-2779 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability that can lead to denial of service on affected Cisco devices.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-2779?

To mitigate CVE-2013-2779, update your Cisco IOS XE software to version 3.4.5S or later, or 3.7.1S or later.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2013-2779?

CVE-2013-2779 affects Cisco 1000 series Aggregation Services Routers (ASR) running specific vulnerable versions of Cisco IOS XE.

4

What impact does CVE-2013-2779 have on systems?

CVE-2013-2779 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by triggering a card reload in affected devices.

5

How can I check if my Cisco device is vulnerable to CVE-2013-2779?

You can check the version of the Cisco IOS XE running on your device against the affected versions listed in the CVE report.

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