7.8
CWE
399
Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2013-5553

First published: Fri Nov 08 2013(Updated: )

Multiple memory leaks in Cisco IOS 15.1 before 15.1(4)M7 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption or device reload) by sending a crafted SIP message over (1) IPv4 or (2) IPv6, aka Bug IDs CSCuc42558 and CSCug25383.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco IOS=15.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-5553?

    CVE-2013-5553 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service through remote attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-5553?

    To fix CVE-2013-5553, update your Cisco IOS to a version later than 15.1(4)M7.

  • What types of attacks are possible through CVE-2013-5553?

    CVE-2013-5553 allows remote attackers to exploit memory leaks leading to device reloads or memory consumption via crafted SIP messages.

  • Which versions of Cisco IOS are affected by CVE-2013-5553?

    CVE-2013-5553 affects Cisco IOS version 15.1 prior to 15.1(4)M7.

  • Is remote exploitation possible with CVE-2013-5553?

    Yes, CVE-2013-5553 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted SIP messages.

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