7.8
CWE
399
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-0769

First published: Fri Jun 12 2015(Updated: )

Cisco IOS XR 4.0.1 through 4.2.0 for CRS-3 Carrier Routing System allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NPU ASIC scan and line-card reload) via crafted IPv6 extension headers, aka Bug ID CSCtx03546.

Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.0.1
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.0.2
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.0.3
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.0.4
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.0.11
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.1.0
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.1.1
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.1.2
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.1_base
Cisco IOS XRv 9000=4.2.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-0769?

    CVE-2015-0769 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

  • What versions of Cisco IOS XR are affected by CVE-2015-0769?

    CVE-2015-0769 affects Cisco IOS XR versions 4.0.1 through 4.2.0.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-0769?

    To fix CVE-2015-0769, upgrade to a patched version of Cisco IOS XR beyond 4.2.0.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2015-0769 facilitate?

    CVE-2015-0769 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted IPv6 extension headers.

  • Can CVE-2015-0769 affect network performance?

    Yes, CVE-2015-0769 can significantly affect network performance due to NPU ASIC scans and line-card reloads.

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