CVE-2013-5476: Input Validation

Published Sep 27, 2013
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Updated

The Zone-Based Firewall (ZFW) feature in Cisco IOS 15.1 through 15.2, when content filtering or HTTP ALG inspection is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload or hang) via crafted IPv4 HTTP traffic, aka Bug ID CSCtx56174.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Cisco IOS=15.1
Cisco IOS=15.2

Event History

Sep 27, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-5476?

CVE-2013-5476 has a high severity rating, as it can lead to denial of service via crafted IPv4 HTTP traffic.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-5476?

To mitigate CVE-2013-5476, upgrade to a fixed version of Cisco IOS that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

What types of devices are affected by CVE-2013-5476?

CVE-2013-5476 affects Cisco IOS versions 15.1 and 15.2 when HTTP ALG inspection or content filtering is enabled.

4

What attack vector is used in CVE-2013-5476?

CVE-2013-5476 can be exploited by remote attackers using specially crafted IPv4 HTTP traffic.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-5476?

Disabling content filtering or HTTP ALG inspection on affected Cisco IOS devices can serve as a temporary workaround for CVE-2013-5476.

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