CVE-2014-0701
First published: Thu Mar 06 2014(Updated: )
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) devices 7.0 before 7.0.250.0, 7.2, 7.3, and 7.4 before 7.4.110.0 do not properly deallocate memory, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot) by sending WebAuth login requests at a high rate, aka Bug ID CSCuf52361.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com psirt@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.0.220.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.0.235.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.2 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.2.103.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.2.110.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.3 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.3.101.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.4.100.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.4.100.60 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software | <=- | |
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.0.220.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.0.235.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.2 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.2.103.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.2.110.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.3 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.3.101.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.4.100.0 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software 7.1 | =7.4.100.60 | |
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software | <=- |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-0701?
CVE-2014-0701 has a medium severity rating, as it can lead to a denial of service on affected Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers.
How do I fix CVE-2014-0701?
To fix CVE-2014-0701, update your Cisco Wireless LAN Controller software to version 7.0.250.0 or later for 7.0 branches and 7.4.110.0 or later for 7.4 branches.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-0701?
CVE-2014-0701 affects Cisco Wireless LAN Controller devices running versions prior to 7.0.250.0, 7.2, 7.3, and 7.4 before 7.4.110.0.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2014-0701?
CVE-2014-0701 can be exploited by remote attackers sending excessive WebAuth login requests to cause a denial of service.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-0701 if I cannot update?
Currently, there are no published workarounds for CVE-2014-0701, and the recommended solution is to upgrade the software.
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