CVE-2013-6686: Input Validation

Published Nov 16, 2013
·
Updated

The SSL VPN implementation in Cisco IOS 15.3(1)T2 and earlier allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (interface queue wedge) via crafted DTLS packets in an SSL session, aka Bug IDs CSCuh97409 and CSCud90568.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Cisco IOS<=15.3
Cisco IOS=15.0
Cisco IOS=15.0\(1\)se
Cisco IOS=15.1
Cisco IOS=15.2

Event History

Nov 16, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Nov 18, 2013
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-6686?

CVE-2013-6686 has been classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-6686?

To fix CVE-2013-6686, upgrade your Cisco IOS to version 15.3(1)T3 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2013-6686?

Remote authenticated users of Cisco IOS versions 15.3(1)T2 and earlier are affected by CVE-2013-6686.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2013-6686 enable?

CVE-2013-6686 enables an attacker to cause a denial of service by sending crafted DTLS packets.

5

What releases of Cisco IOS should be monitored for CVE-2013-6686?

Monitor all releases of Cisco IOS prior to 15.3(1)T3, including 15.0, 15.1, and 15.2 for CVE-2013-6686.

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