CVE-2014-2201: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Sat May 24 2014(Updated: )
The Message Transfer Service (MTS) in Cisco NX-OS before 6.2(7) on MDS 9000 devices and 6.0 before 6.0(2) on Nexus 7000 devices allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and kernel panic) via a large volume of crafted traffic, aka Bug ID CSCtw98915.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco NX-OS | =6.0\(1\) | |
| Cisco Nexus 7000 | ||
| Cisco Nexus 7000 | ||
| Cisco Nexus 7000 | ||
| Cisco Nexus 7000 9-Slot Firmware | ||
| Cisco NX-OS | <=6.2\(5a\) | |
| Cisco NX-OS | =6.2\(1\) | |
| Cisco NX-OS | =6.2\(1n\) | |
| Cisco NX-OS | =6.2\(3\) | |
| Cisco NX-OS | =6.2\(3n\) | |
| Cisco NX-OS | =6.2\(5\) | |
| Cisco MDS 9000 Series Multilayer Switches | ||
| Cisco MDS 9100 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-2201?
CVE-2014-2201 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service on affected devices.
How do I fix CVE-2014-2201?
To fix CVE-2014-2201, upgrade to Cisco NX-OS version 6.2(7) or later on MDS 9000 devices and version 6.0(2) or later on Nexus 7000 devices.
What devices are affected by CVE-2014-2201?
CVE-2014-2201 affects Cisco NX-OS versions prior to 6.2(7) on MDS 9000 devices and versions prior to 6.0(2) on Nexus 7000 devices.
Can CVE-2014-2201 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-2201 can be exploited remotely through crafted traffic that leads to a kernel panic.
What actions should I take if I am using affected Cisco products related to CVE-2014-2201?
If using affected Cisco products, it is critical to immediately apply recommended software updates to mitigate the risk associated with CVE-2014-2201.
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