CVE-2014-0718: Input Validation

Published Feb 22, 2014

Updated

The produce-verbose-alert feature in Cisco IPS Software 7.1 before 7.1(8)E4 and 7.2 before 7.2(2)E4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Analysis Engine process outage) via fragmented packets, aka Bug ID CSCui91266.

Affected Software

5 affected components

Cisco Ips Sensor Software=7.1\(4\)e4

Cisco Ips Sensor Software=7.1\(5\)e4

Cisco Ips Sensor Software=7.1\(6\)e4

Cisco Ips Sensor Software=7.1\(7\)e4

Cisco Ips Sensor Software=7.2\(1\)e4

Event History

Feb 22, 2014

CVE Published

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·09:00 PM

Description

Data Sourced

via NVD·09:55 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-0718?

CVE-2014-0718 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2014-0718?

To fix CVE-2014-0718, upgrade the Cisco IPS Software to version 7.1(8)E4 or 7.2(2)E4 or later.

What environments are affected by CVE-2014-0718?

CVE-2014-0718 affects Cisco IPS Software versions 7.1(4)E4, 7.1(5)E4, 7.1(6)E4, 7.1(7)E4, and 7.2(1)E4.

What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2014-0718?

CVE-2014-0718 allows remote attackers to exploit fragmented packets to cause an outage in the Analysis Engine process.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-0718?

There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2014-0718; the recommended action is to apply the security updates provided by Cisco.