CVE-2013-5478: Input Validation

Published Sep 27, 2013
·
Updated

Cisco IOS 15.0 through 15.3 and IOS XE 3.2 through 3.8, when a VRF interface exists, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (interface queue wedge) via crafted UDP RSVP packets, aka Bug ID CSCuf17023.

Affected Software

38 affected components
cisco IOS=15.0
cisco IOS=15.1
cisco IOS=15.2
cisco IOS=15.3
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.00.xo.15.0\(2\)xo
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.0sg
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.0xo
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.1sg
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.2sg
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.3sg
Cisco IOS XE=3.2.4sg
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.0s
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.0sg
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.1sg
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.2s
Cisco IOS XE=3.3.3s
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=3.4.5s
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 IOS XE=3.7.1s
Cisco IOS XE=3.8.0s

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-2013-5478?

CVE-2013-5478 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service on affected devices.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-5478?

To fix CVE-2013-5478, upgrade your Cisco IOS or IOS XE software to a version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which Cisco IOS and IOS XE versions are affected by CVE-2013-5478?

CVE-2013-5478 affects Cisco IOS versions 15.0 through 15.3 and Cisco IOS XE versions 3.2 through 3.8.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2013-5478 on my network?

The impact of CVE-2013-5478 can lead to a denial of service, potentially disrupting network services by wedging the interface queue.

5

Is remote exploitation possible for CVE-2013-5478?

Yes, CVE-2013-5478 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability through crafted UDP RSVP packets.

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