7.8
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-5478: Input Validation

First published: Fri 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.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco IOS=15.0
Cisco IOS=15.1
Cisco IOS=15.2
Cisco IOS=15.3
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.00.xo.15.0\(2\)xo
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.0s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.0sg
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.0xo
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.1s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.1sg
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.2s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.2sg
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.3sg
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.2.4sg
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.3.0s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.3.0sg
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.3.1s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.3.1sg
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.3.2s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.3.3s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.4.0as
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.4.0s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.4.1s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.4.2s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.4.3s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.4.4s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.4.5s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.4.xs
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.5.0s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.5.1s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.5.2s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.5.xs
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.6.0s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.6.1s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.6.2s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.7.0s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.7.1s
Cisco IOS XE Software=3.8.0s

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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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