CVE-2015-4215
First published: Wed Jun 24 2015(Updated: )
Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) devices with software 7.5(102.0) and 7.6(1.62) allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) by triggering an exception during attempted forwarding of unspecified IPv6 packets to a non-IPv6 device, aka Bug ID CSCuj01046.
Credit: ykramarz@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) Software | =7.5.102.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4215?
CVE-2015-4215 has a medium severity level as it allows remote attackers to induce a denial of service on affected devices.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4215?
To fix CVE-2015-4215, you should update your Cisco Wireless LAN Controller to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2015-4215?
CVE-2015-4215 affects Cisco Wireless LAN Controller devices running software version 7.5(102.0) and 7.6(1.62).
What kind of attack does CVE-2015-4215 facilitate?
CVE-2015-4215 facilitates a denial of service attack that can cause the device to crash by mishandling IPv6 packets.
Can CVE-2015-4215 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-4215 can be exploited remotely by attackers who send specific IPv6 packets to the affected devices.
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