CVE-2013-5564: Buffer Overflow
The Java process in the Impact server in Cisco Prime Central for Hosted Collaboration Solution (HCS) allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (process crash) via a flood of TCP packets, aka Bug ID CSCug57345.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-5564?
CVE-2013-5564 is considered to be a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5564?
To mitigate CVE-2013-5564, ensure that you implement network protection mechanisms to filter out excessive TCP packet floods.
What impact does CVE-2013-5564 have on Cisco Prime Central for Hosted Collaboration Solution?
CVE-2013-5564 allows remote attackers to crash the Java process, resulting in a denial of service for the impacted Cisco Prime Central application.
Can CVE-2013-5564 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-5564 can be exploited remotely by sending a flood of TCP packets to the vulnerable system.
What versions of Cisco Prime Central for Hosted Collaboration Solution are affected by CVE-2013-5564?
CVE-2013-5564 affects all versions of Cisco Prime Central for Hosted Collaboration Solution that use the vulnerable Java process.