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 Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Cisco IOS | =15.1 |
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CVE-2013-5553 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service through remote attacks.
To fix CVE-2013-5553, update your Cisco IOS to a version later than 15.1(4)M7.
CVE-2013-5553 allows remote attackers to exploit memory leaks leading to device reloads or memory consumption via crafted SIP messages.
CVE-2013-5553 affects Cisco IOS version 15.1 prior to 15.1(4)M7.
Yes, CVE-2013-5553 can be exploited remotely by sending specially crafted SIP messages.